San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport

KOAK / OAK

Oakland, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
8 kt
250°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOAK 041853Z 25008KT 10SM FEW003 SCT030 16/11 A3019 RMK AO2 SLP224 T01610111

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9 ft
FEW 300 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
309 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,009 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9 ft)
Pressure Alt
-254 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -132 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOAK 041721Z 0418/0524 28009KT P6SM BKN030 BKN200 FM041930 29015G25KT P6SM SKC FM050700 33008KT P6SM SKC FM052100 30015KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
07:00Z FM050700
+12h
VFR 330° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OAK
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️
12
30
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
5,458 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
6,213 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
12/30 10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 130°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
120° angle
15/33 3,376 ft 75 ft ASP 165°
0.7 kt 8.0 kt
85° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOAK

4,572 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.4%
MVFR
17.6%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
1.4%

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 17.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
8.5%
E
10.5%
SE
11.1%
S
8.3%
SW
8.3%
W
21.6%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.4°C
Range: 2°C to 33°C
2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

January February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,572 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOAK
IATA Code: OAK
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9 ft MSL

Location

City: Oakland
Country: US
Latitude: 37.720085°
Longitude: -122.221184°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 5,458 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 6,213 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,376 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport

Overview

Oakland International Airport serves the San Francisco Bay Area as a significant commercial and cargo aviation hub. Located at an elevation of 9 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the East Bay region. Its four runways accommodate a diverse range of aircraft operations, with the longest runway 12/30 measuring 10,000 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and proximity to the San Francisco Bay create complex microclimate conditions that can produce rapid weather changes. Pilots should anticipate potential marine layer influences, particularly during morning and early afternoon hours. Wind patterns can vary significantly due to the surrounding bay geography, with potential crosswind challenges on the shorter runways.

Notable Features

Oakland International's runway configuration offers multiple approach options, with four runways ranging from 3,376 to 10,000 feet in length. The airport's geographic position in the San Francisco Bay Area places it within a dense and complex airspace environment, requiring careful navigation and communication. All runways are constructed with asphalt (ASP) surfaces, providing consistent ground handling characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on current wind directions, with the longer 12/30 and 10R/28L runways offering the most flexibility for larger aircraft. The substantial variation in runway lengths (from 3,376 to 10,000 feet) allows for accommodating different aircraft types and operational requirements. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and runway lengths when planning arrivals and departures.

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.