Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport

KTRM / TRM

Palm Springs, US

Last Updated
Feb 24, 19:52Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 196 hours ago
19:52Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTRM 241952Z AUTO VRB04KT 10SM CLR 27/02 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP147 T02720022 TSNO $
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (-115 ft)
Pressure Alt
-168 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,244 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTRM 041729Z 0418/0518 VRB05KT P6SM SKC FM050300 33010KT P6SM SCT250 FM051500 33013G23KT P6SM SKC AMD NOT SKED
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+4h
VFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TRM
12
30
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 4,995 ft 100 ft ASP 135° No wind data
17/35 8,500 ft 150 ft ASP 180° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTRM

2,621 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.9%
MVFR
2.1%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.6%

Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 22.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.1%
NE
1.8%
E
2.3%
SE
12.2%
S
4.5%
SW
1.7%
W
7.1%
NW
26.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.9°C
Range: -18°C to 41°C
-18°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,621 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTRM
IATA Code: TRM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: -115 ft MSL

Location

City: Palm Springs
Country: US
Latitude: 33.626701°
Longitude: -116.160004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,995 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 8,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport

Overview

Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport serves the Palm Springs area in Southern California as a medium-sized airport positioned at an unusual below-sea-level elevation of -115 ft MSL. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Coachella Valley region, featuring two substantial asphalt runways capable of supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect exceptionally stable visual flight conditions, with VFR prevailing 96.9% of the time throughout the year. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -18°C to 41°C, with an average of 25.4°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwestern at 315°, averaging 6.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 19 knots, and calm conditions occurring 22.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's unique below-sea-level positioning creates distinctive environmental characteristics for pilots. Both runways 12/30 and 17/35 demonstrate extremely favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind conditions of 3 knots and 2.8 knots respectively. The 8,500-foot runway 17/35 provides substantial landing and takeoff capabilities.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. With an average visibility of 9.8 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 0.4% below 3SM), approach conditions are typically very reliable. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwestern wind influences during approach and departure procedures.

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

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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.