Julian Carroll Airport

KJKL

Jackson, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
3 kt
Variable G15 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJKL 041853Z AUTO VRB03G15KT 10SM FEW080 23/13 A3013 RMK AO2 SLP195 T02330133

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,381 ft
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,381 ft AMSL
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: 2,470 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJKL 041758Z 0418/0518 24008KT P6SM SCT025 BKN060 OVC100 PROB30 0418/0419 4SM SHRA BKN035 FM042300 20004KT P6SM SCT035 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
23:00Z FM042300
+4h
VFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JKL
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,400 ft 75 ft ASP No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJKL

5,600 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.8%
MVFR
21.8%
IFR
11.5%
LIFR
6.9%

Julian Carroll Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 45% 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: 45%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.2%
NE
5.4%
E
1.2%
SE
2.1%
S
10.7%
SW
13.7%
W
12.9%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.9°C
Range: -16°C to 29°C
-16°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.3%
Fog Frequency: 5.5%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,600 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
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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.