Jonesboro Municipal Airport

KJBR / JBR

Jonesboro, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
7 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJBR 220253Z AUTO 23007KT 10SM CLR 18/06 A3016 RMK AO2 RAE0157 SLP212 P0000 60000 T01780056 53010 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jonesboro Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (262 ft)
Pressure Alt
30 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 453 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJBR 212327Z 2200/2224 22011G20KT P6SM SCT250 FM220200 22006KT P6SM FEW250 FM221600 22012G20KT P6SM SCT070
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JBR
05
23 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
6,200 ft 150 ft ASP 50°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
13/31 4,099 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
0.7 kt 7.0 kt
96° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJBR

6,158 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.7%
MVFR
14.6%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
3.1%

Jonesboro Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 14.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
15.8%
E
5.6%
SE
2.7%
S
17.3%
SW
19.3%
W
6.5%
NW
8.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.5°C
Range: -14°C to 37°C
-14°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,158 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jonesboro Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJBR
IATA Code: JBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 262 ft MSL

Location

City: Jonesboro
Country: US
Latitude: 35.831699°
Longitude: -90.646400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,099 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jonesboro Municipal Airport

Overview

Jonesboro Municipal Airport serves the metropolitan area of Jonesboro, Arkansas, situated in the northeastern part of the state. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalt runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation, supporting both general aviation and local commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KJBR demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying opportunities, with 73.7% of observations showing visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -10°C to 37°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning. Southwest winds averaging 7.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots characterize the airport's typical wind environment.

Notable Features

Located at an elevation of 262 feet mean sea level, Jonesboro Municipal Airport offers two runways oriented to maximize wind coverage. Runway 05/23 provides a substantial 6,200-foot length, while Runway 13/31 offers an additional 4,099 feet, giving pilots flexible operational options. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind components.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions, with high visibility averages around 9.1 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences (3% of observations). January, September, and October represent the most consistently favorable months for VFR operations, offering optimal flying conditions with minimal meteorological constraints.

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.