King Khaled International Airport

OERK / RUH

Riyadh, SA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 20:38Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
20:38Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
3 kt
200°
8 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI OERK 222038Z 20003KT 8000 TSRA FEW030CB BKN040 21/16 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,049 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,049 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,049 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

King Khaled International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Blowing Sand, Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Hail. Winds are forecast to reach up to 30 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 15 to 30 knots. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Blowing Sand, Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Hail between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OERK 221700Z 2218/2324 08015KT 7000 SCT040 TEMPO 2218/2308 VRB30KT 1500 BLSA TSRA FEW035CB BKN040 PROB30 TEMPO 2220/2300 TSGR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 80° 15 kt
Visibility: 7 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ERK
15L ✈️
33R
15R ✈️
33L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15L/33R
Active: 15L
13,796 ft 197 ft ASP 150°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
✈️ 15R/33L
Active: 15R
13,796 ft 197 ft ASP 150°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OERK

5,116 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.9%
MVFR
9.1%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
0.5%

King Khaled International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 7.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.5%
NE
12.2%
E
13%
SE
22.6%
S
7.2%
SW
2.5%
W
9.5%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.8°C
Range: 4°C to 44°C
4°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

October February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15L/33R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 15R/33L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,116 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

King Khaled International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OERK
IATA Code: RUH
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,049 ft MSL

Location

City: Riyadh
Country: SA
Latitude: 24.957600°
Longitude: 46.698799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 15L/33R
Length: 13,796 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15R/33L
Length: 13,796 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About King Khaled International Airport

Overview

King Khaled International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, located at an elevation of 2,049 feet mean sea level. As a large airport with two parallel runways each measuring 13,796 feet in length, it supports significant commercial and potentially military aviation operations in the central region of the country.

Flying Conditions

Riyadh's airport environment experiences extreme temperature variations characteristic of an arid desert climate, which can significantly impact aircraft performance. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges with high-density altitude during summer months, particularly given the airport's elevation of 2,049 feet and regional temperature extremes.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (15L/33R and 15R/33L) constructed with asphalt surfaces, both identically sized at 13,796 feet in length. Its geographical positioning at coordinates 24.957600, 46.698799 places the airport in a flat, open terrain typical of the Saudi Arabian central plateau region.

Approach Considerations

With parallel runways oriented at 15/33 heading, pilots can expect approach options aligned with the predominant regional wind patterns. The substantial runway lengths of 13,796 feet provide ample space for most aircraft types, offering flexibility in landing and takeoff operations under varying meteorological 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

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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.