Jacksonville International Airport

KJAX / JAX

Jacksonville, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:21Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
14:21Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
70°
9 SM
Visibility
11,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KJAX 101421Z 07008KT 9SM RA FEW005 SCT014 BKN110 BKN250 24/23 A3012 RMK AO2 P0001 T02440228 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 30 ft
FEW 500 ft AGL
SCT 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 11,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
530 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,430 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,030 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,030 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jacksonville International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 8 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 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: Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
-173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 914 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KJAX 101317Z 1013/1112 08008KT P6SM VCSH SCT020 BKN040 OVC250 TEMPO 1013/1017 3SM SHRA BR BKN012 OVC040 FM101900 12009KT P6SM SCT030 BKN120 FM110200 15006KT P6SM FEW070 SCT250 FM110600 18003KT P6SM FEW015 SCT150 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
19:00Z FM101900
+5h
VFR 120° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
02:00Z FM110200
+12h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JAX
08 ✈️
26
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
10,000 ft 150 ft CON 71°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
14/32 7,701 ft 150 ft CON 131°
3.9 kt 7.0 kt
61° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJAX

7,353 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.8%
MVFR
12.4%
IFR
5.4%
LIFR
5.4%

Jacksonville International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 21.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
12.9%
S
6.5%
W
13.4%
NE
14.3%
NW
9.1%
SE
5.6%
SW
8.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.4°C
Range: -6°C to 34°C
-6°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

November June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,353 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jacksonville International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJAX
IATA Code: JAX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Jacksonville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.492469°
Longitude: -81.687813°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Jacksonville International Airport

Overview

Jacksonville International Airport serves as a primary commercial and cargo aviation hub for northeast Florida. Located in Duval County, the airport handles significant passenger and freight traffic for the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Its strategic position and substantial runway infrastructure make it a key transportation facility in the southeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Jacksonville's coastal location produces variable weather conditions typical of subtropical maritime climates, with potential for sudden meteorological changes. The airport's relatively low elevation of 30 ft MSL means minimal terrain-induced turbulence, but proximity to the Atlantic coast can introduce marine layer conditions and occasional crosswind challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: Runway 08/26 at 10,000 feet and Runway 14/32 at 7,701 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. Its geographical coordinates (30.492469, -81.687813) situate the airport in a region with generally stable atmospheric conditions but potential for rapid weather development due to coastal proximity. The runway configuration allows for efficient operations under varying wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Given the airport's two parallel and perpendicular runways, pilots have multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind vectors. Runway 08/26's longer length provides advantages for larger aircraft and offers more landing tolerance. The 30 ft mean sea level elevation suggests minimal altitude-related approach complexities, though standard instrument approach procedures should be carefully reviewed prior to operation.

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
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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.