Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

KBWI / BWI

Baltimore, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
08:54Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
130°
3 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBWI 040854Z 13003KT 3SM BR FEW006 SCT045 OVC055 06/06 A3021 RMK AO2 SLP230 60001 T00610056 58007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 146 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
OVC 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
746 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,646 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,646 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (146 ft)
Pressure Alt
-147 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,192 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBWI 040542Z 0406/0512 23006KT 3SM -SHRA BR OVC005 FM041300 04003KT P6SM OVC007 FM041900 05003KT 5SM -SHRA BR OVC007 FM050200 00000KT 2SM -DZ BR BKN003 OVC006 FM050900 05002KT 4SM -SHRA BR OVC004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:04Z BASE
+0h
IFR 230° 6 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
13:00Z FM041300
+4h
IFR 40° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
19:00Z FM041900
+10h
IFR 50° 3 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BWI
04
22
10
28
15L ✈️
33R
15R ✈️
33L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 33°
0.4 kt 3.0 kt
97° angle
10/28 10,502 ft 200 ft ASP 94°
2.4 kt 1.8 kt
36° angle
✈️ 15L/33R
Active: 15L
5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 144°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 15R/33L
Active: 15R
9,501 ft 150 ft ASP 144°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBWI

4,455 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
2.3%

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 20.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.9%
NE
8.5%
E
8.6%
SE
4%
S
5.9%
SW
8.9%
W
20.7%
NW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -13°C to 31°C
-13°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

January October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 15L/33R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 15R/33L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,455 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBWI
IATA Code: BWI
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 146 ft MSL

Location

City: Baltimore
Country: US
Latitude: 39.175400°
Longitude: -76.668297°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 10,502 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15L/33R
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15R/33L
Length: 9,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

Overview

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport serves as a critical transportation hub located near Baltimore, Maryland, strategically positioned between two major metropolitan areas. As a large airport with significant infrastructure, KBWI provides essential commercial and cargo aviation services at an elevation of 146 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's multiple runways (04/22, 10/28, 15L/33R, and 15R/33L) offer flexible operational capabilities across different wind conditions. With runway lengths ranging from 5,000 to 10,502 feet and all surfaces constructed of asphalt, pilots can expect robust landing and takeoff options accommodating various aircraft types.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 39.175400, -76.668297, KBWI is positioned in a region with moderate terrain and relatively consistent atmospheric conditions. The airport's four runways provide multiple approach and departure vectors, which can be advantageous during variable wind and weather scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on wind direction, with the longer 10/28 and 15R/33L runways offering optimal landing and takeoff capabilities for larger aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and be prepared to utilize the airport's diverse runway configuration to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.