Boeing Field King County International Airport

KBFI / BFI

Seattle, US

Last Updated
Jun 8, 17:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
17:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBFI 081753Z 00000KT 10SM OVC080 16/07 A2970 RMK AO2 RAE03 SLP058 P0000 60000 T01560067 10156 20106 56018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,021 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Boeing Field King County International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (21 ft)
Pressure Alt
239 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 364 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBFI 081720Z 0818/0918 VRB05KT P6SM VCSH SCT050 OVC070 FM082100 28006KT P6SM -RA SCT040 BKN050 OVC070 FM082300 04005KT 6SM -RA BR BKN040 OVC050 FM090300 14009KT 5SM -RA BR OVC025 FM090700 17010KT 5SM -RA BR OVC015 FM091200 20012G20KT 5SM -SHRA BR OVC018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
21:00Z FM082100
+3h
VFR 280° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Rain
23:00Z FM082300
+5h
VFR 40° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Rain, Mist
03:00Z FM090300
+9h
MVFR 140° 9 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BFI
14L
32R
14R
32L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14L/32R 3,709 ft 100 ft ASP 140°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
140° angle
14R/32L 10,007 ft 200 ft ASP 140°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBFI

6,821 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.1%
MVFR
24.7%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
1.6%

Boeing Field King County International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 30% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 30%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
1.7%
E
1.9%
SE
21.3%
S
28.5%
SW
4.5%
W
2.1%
NW
7.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.4°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,821 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Boeing Field King County International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBFI
IATA Code: BFI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: Seattle
Country: US
Latitude: 47.529999°
Longitude: -122.302002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 3,709 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Boeing Field King County International Airport

Overview

Boeing Field King County International Airport serves the Seattle metropolitan area as a critical medium-sized airport located at 47.529999, -122.302002. Situated at 21 feet mean sea level, the airport primarily supports general aviation, corporate, and limited commercial operations in the greater Seattle region. Its two paved runways (14L/32R at 3,709 ft and 14R/32L at 10,007 ft) provide significant operational flexibility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Boeing Field demonstrate moderate variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 64.9% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 6.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from -2°C to 33°C, creating diverse flying conditions throughout the year, with September, October, and December offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with nearly identical wind characteristics, both experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of 2.9 knots. Low-visibility events are relatively infrequent, with fog occurring in only 2.8% of observations and visibility dropping below 3 statute miles in just 2.6% of recorded periods. The longer runway (14R/32L) provides extended operational capabilities for larger aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the prevailing southerly wind pattern, which provides consistent wind alignment for both runways. With calm wind conditions present in 30.9% of observations, pilots should be prepared for variable wind scenarios. The airport's low elevation and consistent weather patterns generally support straightforward approach and landing procedures across both runways.

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.