Jamestown Regional Airport

KJMS / JMS

Jamestown, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
21:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
18 kt
130° G28 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
996 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJMS 222156Z AUTO 13018G28KT 10SM CLR 28/11 A2942 RMK AO2 PK WND 14030/2115 SLP959 T02780111

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jamestown Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 18 knots with gusts to 28 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
996 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
946 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,018 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,938 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KJMS 221727Z 2218/2318 14015G25KT P6SM SCT250 FM230200 19017G27KT P6SM SCT120 OVC250 WS014/18050KT PROB30 2302/2306 VRB25G35KT P6SM -TSRA BKN120CB FM230700 19015KT P6SM BKN250 FM231500 21015G25KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM230200
+4h
VFR 190° 17 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
02:00Z PROB30
+4h
MVFR VRB 25 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
07:00Z FM230700
+9h
VFR 190° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JMS
04
22
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,749 ft 75 ft ASP 44°
1.3 kt 18.0 kt
86° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 134°
18.0 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 - KJMS

6,709 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
4.9%

Jamestown Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 4.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.2%
NE
6.9%
E
7.2%
SE
9.4%
S
17.6%
SW
5.2%
W
10.8%
NW
23.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.3°C
Range: -29°C to 30°C
-29°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,709 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jamestown Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJMS
IATA Code: JMS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,500 ft MSL

Location

City: Jamestown
Country: US
Latitude: 46.929699°
Longitude: -98.678200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,749 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jamestown Regional Airport

Overview

Jamestown Regional Airport serves the Jamestown area in North Dakota, positioned at an elevation of 1,500 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two asphalt runways capable of accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 62.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences significant temperature variation, ranging from -29°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of -0.1°C. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 10.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots.

Notable Features

The airport has two runways: Runway 04/22 at 5,749 feet and Runway 13/31 at 6,500 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 04/22 experiencing an average crosswind of 8.8 knots and Runway 13/31 averaging 5 knots of crosswind. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 9 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with 3.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles and 3.7% of observations indicating fog conditions. Wind considerations and runway selection should prioritize the prevailing northwest wind pattern.

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.