Bemidji Regional Airport

KBJI / BJI

Bemidji, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 05:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
05:35Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
4 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBJI 220535Z AUTO 16004KT 10SM CLR 08/M06 A2989 RMK AO2 T00771058

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bemidji Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
966 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,391 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,429 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 923 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF KBJI 220402Z 2204/2224 VRB03KT P6SM SKC WS003/14030KT FM221300 17007KT P6SM FEW250 FM221900 16010KT P6SM BKN240
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM221300
+8h
VFR 170° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
BJI
07
25
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 5,699 ft 150 ft ASP 74°
0.3 kt 4.0 kt
86° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
6,598 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBJI

14,695 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.3%
MVFR
21.3%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
5.7%

Bemidji Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 13% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 13%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.6%
NE
3%
E
6.2%
SE
12.8%
S
13.6%
SW
7%
W
18.2%
NW
18.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.3°C
Range: -36°C to 30°C
-36°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 14,695 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bemidji Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBJI
IATA Code: BJI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,391 ft MSL

Location

City: Bemidji
Country: US
Latitude: 47.509399°
Longitude: -94.933701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,699 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,598 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bemidji Regional Airport

Overview

Bemidji Regional Airport serves the northern Minnesota region, situated in Beltrami County near the city of Bemidji. Located at 1,391 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for a rural area known for its lakes and forests. The airport accommodates medium-sized aircraft with two substantial asphalt runways.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bemidji exhibit significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 63.4% of the time. Pilots can expect marginal conditions (MVFR) approximately 22% of observations, with instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) occurring about 14.6% of the time. Temperature ranges dramatically from -34°C to 30°C, with an average of -0.5°C, presenting potential challenging winter operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways aligned to optimize wind coverage: Runway 07/25 at 5,699 feet and Runway 13/31 at 6,598 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with average crosswind components of 6.1 knots and 3.7 knots respectively. Prevailing winds from the west (270°) at an average of 8.2 knots characterize the local wind environment.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with minimal fog (1.1%) and rare instances of visibility below 3 miles (2% of observations). September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and be prepared for rapid weather changes typical of northern Minnesota's climate.

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.