Tampa International Airport

KTPA / TPA

Tampa, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 01:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
01:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
5 kt
80° G18 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTPA 050153Z 08005G18KT 10SM FEW075 25/18 A3016 RMK AO2 SLP214 T02500183

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
FEW 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,526 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
-207 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 999 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KTPA 042329Z 0500/0606 06007KT P6SM SCT040 FM051000 08004KT P6SM SCT005 FM051500 16007KT P6SM SCT040 FM052100 22007KT P6SM SCT050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z FM051000
+8h
VFR 80° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TPA
10 ✈️
28
19L
01R
19R
01L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
6,999 ft 150 ft PEM 92°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
19L/01R 8,300 ft 150 ft PEM 182°
1.0 kt 4.9 kt
102° angle
19R/01L 11,002 ft 150 ft CON 182°
1.0 kt 4.9 kt
102° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTPA

4,931 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.2%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
5%

Tampa International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 14.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.9%
NE
20.3%
E
6.5%
SE
4.4%
S
11.1%
SW
6.7%
W
7.8%
NW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.1°C
Range: -1°C to 34°C
-1°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 19L/01R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 19R/01L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,931 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tampa International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTPA
IATA Code: TPA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Tampa
Country: US
Latitude: 27.975500°
Longitude: -82.533203°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,999 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 19L/01R
Length: 8,300 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 19R/01L
Length: 11,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Tampa International Airport

Overview

Tampa International Airport serves as a major commercial aviation hub for the West Central Florida region, located near the Gulf Coast. Situated at a low elevation of 26 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the Tampa metropolitan area. Its three substantial runways accommodate a wide range of aircraft operations, supporting both commercial passenger and cargo traffic.

Flying Conditions

Tampa's coastal location introduces variable weather conditions influenced by Gulf of Mexico maritime patterns and subtropical climate characteristics. Pilots should anticipate potential thunderstorm activity, particularly during summer months, which can impact approach and departure procedures. The airport's low elevation and proximity to coastal waters create potential for rapid visibility and wind direction changes.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with significant length variations, with the longest runway (19R/01L) measuring 11,002 feet of concrete surface. Its geographic positioning provides relatively flat terrain with minimal surrounding elevation changes, facilitating predictable approach and departure paths. The multiple runway configuration allows flexible operational capabilities during different wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 19R/01L, being the longest at 11,002 feet, typically provides the most versatile approach option for larger aircraft. The parallel runway configuration (19L/01R and 19R/01L) enables simultaneous operations and enhanced air traffic management efficiency. Crosswind runway 10/28 offers additional operational flexibility when prevailing winds dictate alternative approach vectors.

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.