Kimble County Airport

KJCT / JCT

Junction, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
12:51Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
12 kt
170° G18 kt
9 SM
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJCT 041251Z AUTO 17012G18KT 9SM OVC018 21/18 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP119 T02110183

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,749 ft
OVC 1,800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,549 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
958 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,749 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,667 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,807 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJCT 041136Z 0412/0512 17008G17KT P6SM BKN015 FM041500 18012G19KT P6SM BKN010 OVC015 FM041800 18012G19KT P6SM BKN025 FM042000 16010G18KT P6SM BKN035 FM050000 13008KT P6SM BKN250 FM050800 16008KT P6SM BKN013
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
15:00Z FM041500
+2h
MVFR 180° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
18:00Z FM041800
+5h
MVFR 180° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
20:00Z FM042000
+7h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JCT
08
26
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 2,255 ft 146 ft GRS 92°
2.5 kt 11.7 kt
78° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,000 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
12.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJCT

5,716 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.6%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
1.1%

Kimble County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 28% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 28%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
6.1%
E
7%
SE
5.3%
S
14.4%
SW
9.4%
W
14.1%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.2°C
Range: -10°C to 36°C
-10°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,716 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kimble County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJCT
IATA Code: JCT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,749 ft MSL

Location

City: Junction
Country: US
Latitude: 30.511299°
Longitude: -99.763496°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,255 ft
Width: 146 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kimble County Airport

Overview

Kimble County Airport serves Junction, Texas, as a medium-sized airport located in the central part of the state. Situated at an elevation of 1,749 feet MSL, the airport provides crucial aviation infrastructure for the Kimble County region. Its strategic location and two runways support various general aviation and local transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kimble County Airport are predominantly favorable, with VFR conditions present 78.5% of the time. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, with prevailing westerly winds averaging 6.4 knots and occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -9°C to 36°C, with an average of 16.6°C, which can impact aircraft performance and pilot planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 2,255-foot grass runway (08/26) and a 5,000-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions, with minimal average crosswinds (4.4 knots for 08/26 and 3.8 knots for 17/35). The airport's terrain and elevation suggest a relatively straightforward operational environment for pilots familiar with central Texas aviation conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 9.5 statute miles and minimal occurrences of reduced visibility. September, October, and January represent the best months for VFR flying, offering optimal weather conditions. The dual-runway configuration provides flexibility for arrivals and departures, with consistent wind patterns supporting predictable approach and landing scenarios.

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.