Kuala Lumpur International Airport

WMKK / KUL

Sepang, MY

Last Updated
May 14, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
2 kt
Variable
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WMKK 142230Z VRB02KT 8000 -RA FEW010 FEW017CB SCT030 26/25 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 69 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
FEW 1,700 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,069 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,769 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,069 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft, few at 1,700 ft (CB), scattered at 3,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 28 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (69 ft)
Pressure Alt
287 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,624 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD WMKK 142011Z 1420/1600 VRB03KT 9999 FEW018 TEMPO 1420/1500 5000 TSRA FEW008 FEW017CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKK
14L
32R
14R
32L
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14L/32R 13,530 ft 197 ft ASP 145° No wind data
14R/32L 13,288 ft 197 ft ASP 146° No wind data
15/33 12,993 ft 197 ft paved 146° 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 - WMKK

11,323 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.2%
MVFR
18%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.4%

Kuala Lumpur International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.8% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.5°C (range: 21°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 30.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
23.1%
E
13%
SE
4%
S
0.6%
SW
2.3%
W
8.3%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 21°C to 36°C
21°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

January October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 11,323 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WMKK
IATA Code: KUL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 69 ft MSL

Location

City: Sepang
Country: MY
Latitude: 2.745580°
Longitude: 101.709999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 13,530 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 13,288 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 12,993 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: paved
ILS: No

About Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Overview

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (WMKK) is a major international airport located in Sepang, Malaysia, serving as the primary gateway for air traffic in the region. Situated at an elevation of 69 feet mean sea level, the airport features three substantial runways, with the two main runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L) exceeding 13,000 feet in length, capable of handling large international aircraft.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and tropical location suggest potential for high humidity and thermal variations typical of equatorial regions. Pilots should anticipate potential convective weather patterns and occasional rapid meteorological changes characteristic of the Malaysian climate. The extensive runway lengths provide significant operational flexibility in various weather conditions.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 2.745580, 101.709999, the airport is situated in a relatively flat terrain with three parallel-oriented runways. The presence of three runways (two primary asphalt runways and one additional paved runway) offers multiple approach and departure options, enhancing operational resilience and wind adaptation capabilities.

Approach Considerations

With runway lengths ranging from 12,993 to 13,530 feet, the airport provides generous landing and takeoff distances for a wide range of aircraft types. Pilots should assess wind direction when selecting runway, with the parallel 14L/32R and 14R/32L runways offering primary operational capacity and the 15/33 runway providing additional strategic approach options.

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
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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.