Pittsburgh International Airport

KPIT / PIT

Pittsburgh, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 04:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
04:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
3 kt
80°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPIT 050451Z 08003KT 1/2SM R28R/1600V4000FT -RA FG VV002 10/10 A3010 RMK AO2 RAB24 SLP202 P0002 T01000100 401110067 $
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,203 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,031 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 720 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPIT 050235Z 0503/0606 00000KT 2SM BR OVC004 FM050700 VRB03KT 1SM RA BR OVC002 FM051800 21006KT 2SM -RA BR OVC004 FM060000 23006KT P6SM -RA OVC012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:20Z BASE
+0h
LIFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
07:00Z FM050700
+2h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PIT
10L ✈️
28R
10C ✈️
28C
10R ✈️
28L
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10C/28C
Active: 10C
9,708 ft 150 ft PEM 92°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 10L
10,502 ft 150 ft PEM 91°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
11,500 ft 200 ft CON 92°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,101 ft 150 ft CON 136°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPIT

5,959 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.1%
MVFR
24.2%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
3.4%

Pittsburgh International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 16.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.9%
NE
3.8%
E
6.3%
SE
5.7%
S
9.4%
SW
16.5%
W
24.1%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.5°C
Range: -23°C to 29°C
-23°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10C/28C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,959 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pittsburgh International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPIT
IATA Code: PIT
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,203 ft MSL

Location

City: Pittsburgh
Country: US
Latitude: 40.491501°
Longitude: -80.232903°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10C/28C
Length: 9,708 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10L/28R
Length: 10,502 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 11,500 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,101 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Pittsburgh International Airport

Overview

Pittsburgh International Airport serves as a major commercial airport located in southwestern Pennsylvania, situated approximately 15 miles west of Pittsburgh's downtown area. The airport handles significant passenger and cargo traffic, leveraging its four substantial runways ranging from 8,101 to 11,500 feet in length. Its elevation at 1,203 feet mean sea level provides a moderate terrain environment for aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's geographic location exposes it to variable seasonal weather conditions typical of the mid-Atlantic region, with potential significant wind shifts across its four runway configuration. Pilots should anticipate temperature and wind variations that could impact takeoff and landing performance, particularly on the longer runways 10R/28L and 10L/28R. The multiple runway orientations (10/28 and 14/32) provide operational flexibility for managing different wind conditions.

Notable Features

Pittsburgh International Airport's runway system offers comprehensive aircraft handling capabilities with three precision-equipped (PEM) runways and one concrete (CON) runway. The longest runway (10R/28L) measures 11,500 feet, accommodating wide-body and heavy aircraft operations. Its strategic layout allows for simultaneous approach and departure operations with minimal interference.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on wind direction, with the 10/28 runway complex offering the most extensive options for aircraft approach. The varying runway lengths from 8,101 to 10,502 feet provide flexibility for different aircraft categories and performance characteristics. Pilots should carefully review current wind and runway conditions to select the most appropriate landing surface.

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.