Will Rogers World Airport

KOKC / OKC

Oklahoma City, US

Last Updated
Jun 17, 11:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
11:52Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
10 kt
170°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOKC 171152Z 17010KT 10SM CLR 22/21 A2966 RMK AO2 SLP027 T02220206 10244 20217 55002

Weather Briefing

VFR

Will Rogers World Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 10 knots. Runway 17L/35R is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
961 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,295 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,573 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,724 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KOKC 171120Z 1712/1812 17012KT P6SM SCT250 WS015/20040KT FM171500 19020G30KT P6SM FEW060 FM180100 16012KT P6SM SCT250 FM181000 10008KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM171500
+3h
VFR 190° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OKC
13 ✈️
31
17L ✈️
35R
17R ✈️
35L
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
7,800 ft 150 ft PEM 135°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
✈️ 17L/35R
Active: 17L
9,802 ft 150 ft CON 180°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 17R
9,800 ft 150 ft CON 180°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
3,079 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
9.8 kt 1.7 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 - KOKC

7,278 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.6%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
3.2%

Will Rogers World Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.9%
N
18.8%
S
41%
W
1.8%
NE
7.4%
NW
4.8%
SE
10.6%
SW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.7°C
Range: -16°C to 36°C
-16°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

February September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.3 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,278 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Will Rogers World Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOKC
IATA Code: OKC
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,295 ft MSL

Location

City: Oklahoma City
Country: US
Latitude: 35.393388°
Longitude: -97.598248°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 17L/35R
Length: 9,802 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 9,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 3,079 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Will Rogers World Airport

Overview

Will Rogers World Airport serves as the primary commercial airport for Oklahoma City, situated at an elevation of 1,295 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 35.393388, -97.598248, the airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for central Oklahoma, supporting both commercial passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Oklahoma City's geographic location creates variable weather conditions that pilots must carefully monitor. The airport's multiple runways (13/31, 17L/35R, 17R/35L, and 18/36) provide significant operational flexibility across different wind and weather scenarios, with primary runways offering substantial lengths of 7,800 to 9,802 feet.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying surface compositions, including precision and non-precision pavement types (PEM and CON). Its substantial runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft, from regional commuters to larger commercial jets, with the longest runway measuring 9,802 feet on the 17L/35R configuration.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the airport's multiple runway orientations, with runway 17L/35R and 17R/35L offering the longest approach surfaces. The diverse runway options allow for optimal wind alignment and provide strategic alternatives during challenging meteorological conditions.

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.