Kissimmee Gateway Airport

KISM / ISM

Orlando, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
02:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
100°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KISM 050256Z AUTO 10005KT 10SM CLR 21/19 A3022 RMK AO2 SLP233 T02110194 53009 $
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (82 ft)
Pressure Alt
-211 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 529 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KISM 042320Z 0500/0524 10011KT P6SM FEW050 FM050900 07004KT P6SM BCFG SCT004 SCT012 TEMPO 0509/0513 5SM BR FM051500 14010KT P6SM SCT025 FM051900 13010KT P6SM VCSH SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM050900
+6h
VFR 70° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Patches Fog
09:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Mist
15:00Z FM051500
+12h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ISM
06 ✈️
24
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 58°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
15/33 6,000 ft 100 ft ASP 148°
3.3 kt 3.7 kt
48° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KISM

4,721 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.9%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
4.7%

Kissimmee Gateway Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 22.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.3%
NE
13.9%
E
12%
SE
4%
S
4.7%
SW
5.6%
W
9%
NW
10.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.5°C
Range: -4°C to 33°C
-4°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,721 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kissimmee Gateway Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KISM
IATA Code: ISM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Orlando
Country: US
Latitude: 28.289801°
Longitude: -81.437103°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kissimmee Gateway Airport

Overview

Kissimmee Gateway Airport serves the Orlando metropolitan area as a strategic medium-sized airport located approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Orlando. Situated at an elevation of 82 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation, training, and regional commercial operations in Central Florida.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kissimmee Gateway are predominantly VFR, with 81.5% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. Pilots can expect stable weather patterns, with temperature ranges from 1°C to 33°C and an average temperature of 20.6°C. Wind conditions are typically mild, with a prevailing northerly direction and an average speed of 6.7 knots, though maximum gusts can reach 33 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 5000 feet and Runway 15/33 at 6000 feet. Both runways demonstrate consistently favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility and relatively low average crosswind conditions of 4-4.5 knots. The airport's geographic positioning in the Orlando region provides strategic access to Central Florida's aviation network.

Approach Considerations

Best VFR months are November, September, and January, offering optimal flying conditions. Visibility averages 9.7 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 0.8% below 3SM and 1.6% fog occurrences). Pilots should note the calm wind conditions occur in 23.3% of observations, which may influence runway selection during approach and landing.

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
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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.