Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

KCLE / CLE

Cleveland, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 01:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
01:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
3 kt
90°
10 SM
Visibility
22,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCLE 050151Z 09003KT 10SM SCT120 BKN220 26/23 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP136 T02560228 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 791 ft
SCT 12,000 ft AGL
BKN 22,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,791 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,791 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 22,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 22000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (791 ft)
Pressure Alt
769 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,279 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCLE 042323Z 0500/0606 12003KT P6SM SCT100 BKN250 FM051300 12004KT 6SM -SHRA OVC050 FM051800 04010KT 6SM -SHRA OVC050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
13:00Z FM051300
+11h
VFR 120° 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CLE
06L ✈️
24R
06C ✈️
24C
06R ✈️
24L
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06C/24C
Active: 06C
7,096 ft 150 ft CON 50°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 06L/24R
Active: 06L
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 49°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 06R
9,953 ft 150 ft CON 50°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
6,018 ft 150 ft PEM 93°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCLE

8,315 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.2%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
2.8%

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 7%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.1%
N
13.6%
S
21%
W
15.9%
NE
7.3%
NW
8.1%
SE
3.4%
SW
19.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.3°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.2%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

July September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 06C/24C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,315 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCLE
IATA Code: CLE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 791 ft MSL

Location

City: Cleveland
Country: US
Latitude: 41.411701°
Longitude: -81.849800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06C/24C
Length: 7,096 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 06L/24R
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 9,953 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 6,018 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

Overview

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport serves as a major transportation hub in Northeast Ohio, strategically located in Cleveland. As a Class C airport with four runways, KCLE supports significant commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations. The airport's elevation of 791 feet MSL and location at 41.411701, -81.849800 provides a stable geographical positioning for regional and national air traffic.

Flying Conditions

Cleveland's airport experiences variable weather conditions typical of the Great Lakes region, with potential for significant seasonal variations. Winter months can present challenging conditions with potential snow and low visibility, while summer periods may involve convective weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate wind variations given the multiple runway configurations that provide operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with substantial lengths, offering significant operational capacity and redundancy. The longest runway (06R/24L) measures 9,953 feet of concrete surface, providing ample length for most aircraft types. The diverse runway orientations (06/24 and 10/28) enable efficient operations under various wind scenarios and help mitigate crosswind challenges.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared to utilize the multiple runway configurations based on prevailing wind conditions and air traffic control instructions. The concrete runways (06C/24C at 7,096 feet, 06L/24R at 9,000 feet, and 06R/24L at 9,953 feet) provide multiple approach options. The 10/28 runway, measuring 6,018 feet, offers an additional operational alternative for smaller aircraft or specific wind conditions.

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.