Kilimanjaro International Airport

HTKJ / JRO

Arusha, TZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HTKJ 041200Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW029CB BKN030 29/18 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,932 ft
FEW 2,900 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,832 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,932 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
916 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,932 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,910 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,294 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HTKJ 041100Z 0412/0512 09005KT 9999 FEW028CB BKN030 PROB 30 TEMPO 0414/0418 -RA BECMG 0420/0422 VRB03KT BKN022
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
20:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Ceiling: 2,200 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TKJ
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 11,834 ft 148 ft ASP 87° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HTKJ

2,107 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Kilimanjaro International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 36°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
15.8%
E
62.4%
SE
5.6%
S
3.4%
SW
2.6%
W
2.4%
NW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 13°C to 36°C
13°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,107 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kilimanjaro International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HTKJ
IATA Code: JRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,932 ft MSL

Location

City: Arusha
Country: TZ
Latitude: -3.429410°
Longitude: 37.074501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,834 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kilimanjaro International Airport

Overview

Kilimanjaro International Airport serves the northern Tanzanian region, strategically located near Arusha and in proximity to Mount Kilimanjaro. As a medium airport situated at 2,932 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and international operations in this important East African transportation hub.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 77.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east at an average of 8.5 knots, with maximum gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 13°C to 34°C, with an average of 26°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 09/27, extending 11,834 feet with an asphalt surface. Its elevation and geographic location near significant terrain suggest potential wind gradient and orographic effects that pilots should consider during approach and departure. The consistent easterly wind pattern provides predictable meteorological conditions for flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a minimal average crosswind of 2.5 knots. January, November, and September represent the best months for visual flight conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal risk of fog or low ceiling interruptions.

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.