Julian Carroll Airport

KJKL

Jackson, US

Last Updated
Mar 7, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
05:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJKL 070553Z AUTO 20006KT 10SM 21/12 A3013 RMK AO2 SLP187 T02060122 10244 20206 58005 $
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
974 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,381 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,179 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,230 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJKL 070520Z 0706/0806 VRB03KT P6SM FEW250 FM070800 VRB04KT P6SM FEW250 WS020/21035KT FM071300 20008KT P6SM SCT250 PROB30 0719/0721 4SM -TSRA BKN035CB FM072100 23010G20KT 5SM -SHRA SCT035 OVC090 PROB30 0722/0724 VRB35KT 2SM TSRA BR BKN035CB FM080000 22005KT P6SM SCT035 OVC100 PROB30 0800/0803 4SM -SHRA BR BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
08:00Z FM070800
+2h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM071300
+7h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JKL
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
4,400 ft 75 ft ASP
5.9 kt 1.0 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 - KJKL

5,650 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.1%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
11.4%
LIFR
6.8%

Julian Carroll Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 44.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 44.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.2%
NE
5.4%
E
1.2%
SE
2.1%
S
11%
SW
13.9%
W
12.8%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -16°C to 29°C
-16°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.3%
Fog Frequency: 5.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,650 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Julian Carroll Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJKL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,381 ft MSL

Location

City: Jackson
Country: US
Latitude: 37.593899°
Longitude: -83.317299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,400 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Julian Carroll Airport

Overview

Julian Carroll Airport serves Jackson, Kentucky as a medium-sized airport located in the eastern part of the state. Situated at an elevation of 1,381 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with its 4,400-foot asphalt runway (01/19). Its geographic coordinates at 37.593899, -83.317299 position it strategically within the local transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Julian Carroll Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 62.9% of observations. Pilots can expect primarily southwestern winds averaging 5.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots and calm conditions nearly half the time (49.3%). Temperature ranges from -15°C to 29°C, with an average of 9.1°C, suggesting potential for substantial thermal variations throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) offers consistent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Crosswinds average a modest 3.6 knots, which generally provides comfortable approach and landing conditions. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 4.9% of observations showing fog or visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most predictable during September, October, and January, which statistically offer the best visual flight conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), with 10.9% IFR and 6.7% low IFR (LIFR) observations. The runway's orientation and prevailing southwestern winds suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges for most 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.