Jacksonville International Airport

KJAX / JAX

Jacksonville, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
08:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
3 kt
360°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJAX 040856Z 36003KT 1/4SM FG VV002 14/13 A3025 RMK AO2 SLP243 T01390133 56016 PNO
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1023 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
-293 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -406 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJAX 040535Z 0406/0506 03005KT 1/4SM FG OVC002 FM041330 03004KT 2SM BR BKN003 OVC006 FM041500 06007KT P6SM BKN006 BKN015 FM041700 08010KT P6SM SCT015 BKN040 FM042300 08007KT 6SM BR SCT006 BKN015 FM050100 08004KT 1/2SM FG BKN003 TEMPO 0501/0505 1/4SM FG OVC002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:24Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: 1/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
13:00Z FM041330
+4h
LIFR 30° 4 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
15:00Z FM041500
+6h
IFR 60° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
17:00Z FM041700
+8h
VFR 80° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JAX
08
26
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 10,000 ft 150 ft CON 71°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
71° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
7,701 ft 150 ft CON 131°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJAX

4,605 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.2%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
6.3%

Jacksonville International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 23.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.9%
NE
13.2%
E
6.6%
SE
1.8%
S
4.5%
SW
9.3%
W
15%
NW
10.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.3°C
Range: -6°C to 34°C
-6°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,605 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jacksonville International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJAX
IATA Code: JAX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Jacksonville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.492469°
Longitude: -81.687813°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Jacksonville International Airport

Overview

Jacksonville International Airport serves as a primary commercial and cargo aviation hub for northeast Florida. Located in Duval County, the airport handles significant passenger and freight traffic for the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Its strategic position and substantial runway infrastructure make it a key transportation facility in the southeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Jacksonville's coastal location produces variable weather conditions typical of subtropical maritime climates, with potential for sudden meteorological changes. The airport's relatively low elevation of 30 ft MSL means minimal terrain-induced turbulence, but proximity to the Atlantic coast can introduce marine layer conditions and occasional crosswind challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: Runway 08/26 at 10,000 feet and Runway 14/32 at 7,701 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. Its geographical coordinates (30.492469, -81.687813) situate the airport in a region with generally stable atmospheric conditions but potential for rapid weather development due to coastal proximity. The runway configuration allows for efficient operations under varying wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Given the airport's two parallel and perpendicular runways, pilots have multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind vectors. Runway 08/26's longer length provides advantages for larger aircraft and offers more landing tolerance. The 30 ft mean sea level elevation suggests minimal altitude-related approach complexities, though standard instrument approach procedures should be carefully reviewed prior to operation.

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.