Jamestown Regional Airport

KJMS / JMS

Jamestown, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 23:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
23:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
10 kt
130°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
994 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJMS 222356Z AUTO 13010KT 10SM CLR 27/11 A2935 RMK AO2 SLP937 T02670111 10278 20244 56039

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jamestown Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 10 knots. Runway 13/31 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 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 12 to 25 knots. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Rain between 02:00Z and 05:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Rain between 05:00Z and 08:00Z.

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
994 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
944 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,078 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,878 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJMS 230004Z 2300/2324 13012KT P6SM VCSH SCT100 BKN150 FM230200 16015G25KT P6SM SCT100 OVC150 WS008/19055KT PROB30 2302/2305 -RA OVC100 FM230500 20018G28KT P6SM SCT100 OVC150 WS008/20050KT PROB30 2305/2308 -RA OVC100 FM230800 20014G22KT P6SM SCT100 BKN150 FM231400 24017G27KT P6SM FEW100 SCT150 FM232000 24025G35KT P6SM SCT080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
02:00Z FM230200
+2h
VFR 160° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
02:00Z PROB30
+2h
VFR
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Light Rain
05:00Z FM230500
+5h
VFR 200° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JMS
04
22
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,749 ft 75 ft ASP 44°
0.7 kt 10.0 kt
86° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 134°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJMS

6,709 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
4.9%

Jamestown Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 4.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.2%
NE
6.9%
E
7.2%
SE
9.4%
S
17.6%
SW
5.2%
W
10.8%
NW
23.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.3°C
Range: -29°C to 30°C
-29°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,709 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jamestown Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJMS
IATA Code: JMS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,500 ft MSL

Location

City: Jamestown
Country: US
Latitude: 46.929699°
Longitude: -98.678200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,749 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jamestown Regional Airport

Overview

Jamestown Regional Airport serves the Jamestown area in North Dakota, positioned at an elevation of 1,500 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two asphalt runways capable of accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 62.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences significant temperature variation, ranging from -29°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of -0.1°C. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 10.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots.

Notable Features

The airport has two runways: Runway 04/22 at 5,749 feet and Runway 13/31 at 6,500 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 04/22 experiencing an average crosswind of 8.8 knots and Runway 13/31 averaging 5 knots of crosswind. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 9 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with 3.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles and 3.7% of observations indicating fog conditions. Wind considerations and runway selection should prioritize the prevailing northwest wind pattern.

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.