Indianapolis International Airport

KIND / IND

Indianapolis, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:06Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
16:06Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
7 kt
90°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KIND 041606Z 09007KT 1/16SM R05L/2000V3000FT FG VV002 08/08 A3013 RMK AO2 SFC VIS 1/4 T00830083 $
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (797 ft)
Pressure Alt
595 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -54 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KIND 041557Z 0416/0518 08006KT 1/4SM FG VV002 TEMPO 0417/0418 1/2SM FG VV005 FM041800 08005KT 1SM BR OVC005 FM042100 13005KT 3SM -RA BR OVC005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:48Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 80° 6 kt
Visibility: 1/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
17:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Fog
18:00Z FM041800
+2h
IFR 80° 5 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
21:00Z FM042100
+5h
IFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IND
05L
23R
05R
23L
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05L/23R 11,200 ft 150 ft CON 44°
4.9 kt 5.0 kt
46° angle
05R/23L 10,000 ft 150 ft CON 44°
4.9 kt 5.0 kt
46° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
7,605 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
4.5 kt 5.4 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 - KIND

4,947 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.7%
MVFR
22.4%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
2.6%

Indianapolis International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 6.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
8%
E
9%
SE
9.9%
S
13.5%
SW
13.7%
W
20.6%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -20°C to 32°C
-20°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05L/23R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 05R/23L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,947 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Indianapolis International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIND
IATA Code: IND
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 797 ft MSL

Location

City: Indianapolis
Country: US
Latitude: 39.717300°
Longitude: -86.294403°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05L/23R
Length: 11,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,605 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Indianapolis International Airport

Overview

Indianapolis International Airport serves as a major commercial and cargo hub in central Indiana, strategically located near the city of Indianapolis. As a large airport with three substantial runways, KIND provides critical aviation infrastructure for both passenger and freight operations in the Midwestern United States. The airport sits at an elevation of 797 feet above mean sea level, offering relatively moderate terrain for aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location in the Midwestern region typically experiences variable weather conditions with significant seasonal changes that can impact flight operations. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and crosswind conditions, particularly when utilizing the parallel runways 05L/23R and 05R/23L. The longest runway (05L/23R at 11,200 feet) provides substantial landing and takeoff options for most aircraft types.

Notable Features

Indianapolis International Airport features three concrete and asphalt runways with considerable length, enabling operations for a wide range of aircraft classes. The airport's geographic positioning at 39.717300, -86.294403 places it in a relatively flat regional landscape, which generally supports stable approach and departure conditions. The presence of three runways allows for operational flexibility during different wind and weather scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the parallel runways 05L/23R and 05R/23L offering primary commercial traffic capabilities. The shorter runway 14/32 at 7,605 feet provides an additional operational option for smaller aircraft or during specific wind alignments. Pilots should carefully assess current wind vectors and runway conditions to determine the most appropriate approach and landing strategy.

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.