John F Kennedy International Airport

KJFK / JFK

New York, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
08:51Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
6 kt
250°
3 SM
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJFK 040851Z 25006KT 3SM BR FEW022 OVC030 03/03 A3022 RMK AO2 SFC VIS 6 DZE25 SLP234 P0000 60004 T00280028 55001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 2,200 ft AGL
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,213 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,013 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1023 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
-280 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,717 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KJFK 040833Z 0409/0512 VRB05KT 3SM BR BKN006 OVC020 FM041300 32006KT 5SM BR FEW006 BKN015 FM041600 36005KT P6SM FEW020 SCT250 FM042000 VRB05KT P6SM SCT100 BKN250 FM050400 VRB02KT 6SM BR SCT008 BKN100 BKN250 FM050700 VRB02KT 3SM BR BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:42Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist
13:00Z FM041300
+4h
MVFR 320° 6 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
16:00Z FM041600
+7h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM042000
+11h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JFK
04L
22R ✈️
04R
22L
13L
31R
13R
31L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 22R
12,079 ft 200 ft Concrete - Grooved 31°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
04R/22L 8,400 ft 200 ft ASP 30°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
140° angle
13L/31R 10,000 ft 200 ft Concrete 121°
3.8 kt 4.7 kt
129° angle
13R/31L 14,511 ft 200 ft Concrete 121°
3.8 kt 4.7 kt
129° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJFK

4,302 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.1%
MVFR
10.1%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
1.8%

John F Kennedy International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 11 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
15%
NE
11.4%
E
6.3%
SE
2.7%
S
9.9%
SW
11.8%
W
23.3%
NW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.9°C
Range: -16°C to 29°C
-16°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

November September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,302 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

John F Kennedy International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJFK
IATA Code: JFK
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: New York
Country: US
Latitude: 40.639447°
Longitude: -73.779317°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 12,079 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: Concrete - Grooved
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 8,400 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13L/31R
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: Concrete
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 14,511 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: Concrete
ILS: No

About John F Kennedy International Airport

Overview

John F Kennedy International Airport (KJFK) serves as a major international aviation hub located in New York, situated at an elevation of 13 feet mean sea level. The airport features four substantial runways ranging from 8,400 to 14,511 feet in length, accommodating extensive commercial and cargo operations. Its strategic location near metropolitan New York enables critical air transportation for the northeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KJFK demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions prevailing approximately 83.7% of the time. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the west at an average of 11 knots, with potential gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 29°C, creating diverse operational environments that pilots must anticipate and prepare for during different seasons.

Notable Features

The airport's four runways offer multiple landing and departure options with consistent wind favorability across all configurations. Concrete runways with grooved surfaces provide enhanced traction, particularly important given the potential for variable precipitation and wind conditions. All runways maintain low average crosswind components between 6.9 and 7.1 knots, facilitating predictable aircraft handling.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual meteorological conditions during November, September, and December, with consistently favorable wind alignments across all runway orientations. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, though occasional reduced conditions occur, with fog present approximately 1% of observations and visibility below 3 miles in 1.6% of recorded instances. Careful pre-flight planning and real-time weather monitoring remain critical for safe operations.

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.