Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport

KOPF / OPF

Miami, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
12:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
16 kt
90° G20 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOPF 221253Z 09016G20KT 10SM FEW060 24/13 A3018 RMK AO2 SLP222 T02390133

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,008 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 16 knots with gusts to 20 knots. Runway 09L/27R is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (8 ft)
Pressure Alt
-255 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 827 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOPF 221120Z 2212/2312 08012G22KT P6SM SCT050 SCT250 FM221400 10016G26KT P6SM SCT025 BKN040 FM230300 11008KT P6SM SCT050 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM221400
+1h
VFR 100° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OPF
09L ✈️
27R
09R ✈️
27L
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 09L
8,002 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 09R
4,306 ft 100 ft ASP 87°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
6,800 ft 150 ft ASP 122°
13.9 kt 8.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOPF

5,959 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.8%
MVFR
9%
IFR
2.6%
LIFR
0.6%

Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 13% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 13%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.4%
NE
12.8%
E
25.6%
SE
8.3%
S
5.4%
SW
2.1%
W
4.8%
NW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.1°C
Range: 2°C to 34°C
2°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

February November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,959 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOPF
IATA Code: OPF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8 ft MSL

Location

City: Miami
Country: US
Latitude: 25.907000°
Longitude: -80.278397°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09L/27R
Length: 8,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 4,306 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 6,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport

Overview

Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport serves the Greater Miami area as a medium-sized executive airport located north of Miami proper. Situated at a low elevation of 8 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for business, private, and general aviation operations in the southeastern Florida region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.5% of observations showing clear weather suitable for visual flight. Temperatures range from 6°C to 34°C, with an average of 23.9°C, creating generally stable flying environments. November through January represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions with high visibility averaging 9.8 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with substantial length, providing flexible operational capabilities. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) at an average of 7.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 15.4% of the time, contribute to predictable wind patterns. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components between 4.5-4.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions across all runways, minimizing wind-related approach challenges. The longest runway (09L/27R) at 8,002 feet offers substantial landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types. With low elevation and minimal meteorological obstructions, approaches generally remain straightforward, supported by the airport's strong VFR statistical profile.

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.