Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

KPHX / PHX

Phoenix, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
05:51Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
6 kt
240°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPHX 040551Z 24006KT 10SM FEW120 FEW250 21/M02 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP116 T02111017 10300 20211 51012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,135 ft
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
FEW 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,135 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,135 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,135 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,143 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,135 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPHX 040528Z 0406/0512 24004KT P6SM SCT250 FM040900 11005KT P6SM FEW200 SCT250 FM041800 18005KT P6SM SCT200 BKN250 FM042200 26006KT P6SM SCT200 BKN250 FM050800 11005KT P6SM SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM040900
+3h
VFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM041800
+12h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PHX
07L
25R ✈️
07R
25L ✈️
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07L/25R
Active: 25R
10,300 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 07R/25L
Active: 25L
7,800 ft 150 ft CON 90°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
11,489 ft 150 ft CON 90°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - KPHX

4,071 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.5%
MVFR
1.3%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.4%

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 19.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.6%
NE
3.5%
E
30.8%
SE
17.3%
S
5.5%
SW
6.9%
W
9.5%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 21°C
Range: 4°C to 42°C
4°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

December February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,071 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPHX
IATA Code: PHX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,135 ft MSL

Location

City: Phoenix
Country: US
Latitude: 33.435302°
Longitude: -112.005905°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 10,300 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 7,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 11,489 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

Overview

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport serves as a major aviation hub located in central Arizona, situated at 33.435302, -112.005905. As a large airport with an elevation of 1,135 feet MSL, it provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the Phoenix metropolitan area and serves both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Phoenix experiences extreme temperature variations that can significantly impact aircraft performance, with summer temperatures frequently exceeding 100°F. The high elevation and desert environment create potential density altitude challenges, particularly during hot months, which pilots must carefully consider during pre-flight planning and performance calculations.

Notable Features

The airport features three substantial runways: two concrete runways (07R/25L at 7,800 ft and 08/26 at 11,489 ft) and one asphalt runway (07L/25R at 10,300 ft). The significant runway lengths provide operational flexibility for various aircraft types, from regional jets to large wide-body commercial aircraft, accommodating diverse aviation needs.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on prevailing winds, with the primary east-west oriented runways (07/25) offering multiple configuration options. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal turbulence and wind shear conditions typical of desert environments, particularly during afternoon hours when surface temperatures are at their highest.

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.