Joplin Regional Airport

KJLN / JLN

Joplin, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
06:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
130°
6 SM
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJLN 050653Z AUTO 13006KT 6SM BR OVC019 11/10 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP140 T01060100

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 981 ft
OVC 1,900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,881 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (981 ft)
Pressure Alt
959 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 714 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJLN 050520Z 0506/0606 VRB03KT 3SM -DZ BR BKN006 OVC025 TEMPO 0509/0513 1SM BR OVC003 FM051600 18009KT P6SM OVC015 FM060000 16010KT P6SM BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:23Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light Drizzle, Mist
09:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
16:00Z FM051600
+9h
MVFR 180° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JLN
05
23
13 ✈️
31
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 3,604 ft 75 ft ASP 50°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
6,502 ft 150 ft ASP 138°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
18/36 6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 182°
3.7 kt 4.7 kt
52° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJLN

4,560 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.7%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
2%

Joplin Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 10%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.8%
NE
8.1%
E
8.8%
SE
8.4%
S
23.9%
SW
13.7%
W
6.2%
NW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -22°C to 34°C
-22°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.8%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

February September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,560 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Joplin Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJLN
IATA Code: JLN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 981 ft MSL

Location

City: Joplin
Country: US
Latitude: 37.151798°
Longitude: -94.498299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,604 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,502 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Joplin Regional Airport

Overview

Joplin Regional Airport serves southwestern Missouri as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 981 feet MSL near Joplin. The airport features three paved runways with varying lengths, providing flexible operational capabilities for general aviation and regional aircraft. Its strategic location in the central United States offers important transportation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Joplin Regional demonstrate excellent VFR flying opportunities, with 78.6% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature ranges extend from -13°C to 34°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at an average of 8.2 knots, with calm conditions occurring 11.4% of the time and maximum gusts reaching 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways (05/23, 13/31, and 18/36) provide comprehensive wind coverage with 100% favorable wind alignment for each runway. Runway lengths range from 3,604 feet to 6,502 feet, accommodating a variety of aircraft types and operational requirements. The moderate elevation and geographic location contribute to relatively stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions across all runways, with average crosswinds ranging from 4.1 to 5.7 knots. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 1.5% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. September, January, and October historically offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions for operations at Joplin Regional Airport.

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.