Jackson Hole Airport

KJAC / JAC

Jackson, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 08:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
08:56Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
8 kt
200°
4 SM
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJAC 230856Z AUTO 20008KT 4SM -SN BR BKN017 OVC024 00/M01 A2980 RMK AO2 SLP103 P0000 60000 T00001011 56004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,451 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
OVC 2,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,151 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,851 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jackson Hole Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,400 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 8 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 0°C (32°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Light Snow, Light Showers Snow. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Snow between 08:00Z and 13:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Snow 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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
794 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,451 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,579 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,327 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KJAC 230520Z 2306/2406 19015G25KT 3SM -SN SCT010 BKN020 OVC040 PROB30 2308/2313 1 1/2SM -SN SCT010 BKN018 FM231600 22010KT P6SM SCT025 BKN040 FM232000 22015G25KT 6SM -SHSN SCT020 BKN035 PROB30 2320/2324 3SM -SHSN BKN025 FM240200 30010KT P6SM SCT025 BKN040 FM240500 21008KT P6SM SCT025 BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:26Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 15 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow
16:00Z FM231600
+7h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
20:00Z FM232000
+11h
VFR 220° 15 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Snow
20:00Z PROB30
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JAC
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
6,300 ft 150 ft ASP 19°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJAC

6,404 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
15.6%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
3.3%

Jackson Hole Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 15.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.3%
NE
7.9%
E
2.2%
SE
2.4%
S
24.3%
SW
22.8%
W
7.6%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.4°C
Range: -26°C to 25°C
-26°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,404 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jackson Hole Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJAC
IATA Code: JAC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,451 ft MSL

Location

City: Jackson
Country: US
Latitude: 43.607300°
Longitude: -110.737999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,300 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jackson Hole Airport

Overview

Jackson Hole Airport serves the Jackson Hole valley in western Wyoming, situated at a high elevation of 6,451 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and tourism-related air traffic in a mountainous environment, providing critical transportation access to Grand Teton National Park and surrounding wilderness areas.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KJAC demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 73.2% of observed periods. Temperature ranges from -23°C to 25°C, creating potential challenges for aircraft performance, while prevailing winds from the south average 8.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation and surrounding mountainous terrain present critical considerations for pilot navigation and aircraft performance. Runway 01/19 is 6,300 feet long with an asphalt surface, and wind conditions are favorable for this runway orientation 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of only 3.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions, with excellent visibility averaging 9 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.4%). September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering the most predictable flying conditions for arrivals and departures at this alpine airport.

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.