New York

John F Kennedy International Airport

KJFK

473

Flights/Day

01:00

Local Time

New York

Timezone

13ft

Elevation

Current Weather

Current Conditions

KJFK

VFR

2°C

Mostly Cloudy • 10kt • 1018.70"

Observed: 05:51 UTC

VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.

Cloud Forecast

12k 8k 4k 0

22:00

10k

02:00

05:00 PROB

3.5k

07:00

10:00

2.5k

11:00 TEMPO

Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling

FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %

TAF valid until 01:00 local time

About John F Kennedy International Airport

JFK's coastal location brings winter nor'easters and summer sea breeze effects. Wind shear detection systems help manage challenging crosswind conditions.

Is JFK Airport turbulent?

JFK's coastal location on Long Island creates unique turbulence challenges. Winter brings strong nor'easters with gusty crosswinds, while spring and summer see sea breeze effects that can make approaches bumpy. The airport has wind shear detection systems installed due to its exposure to coastal weather patterns.

Nor'easters bring 5-10 significant coastal storms between October and April
Sea breezes penetrate 5-40 miles inland during spring and summer
Airport has a $27 million wind shear detection system

When is turbulence worst at JFK?

Winter months (December-February) are roughest due to nor'easters bringing strong winds and low-level wind shear. Summer afternoons can also be bumpy from convective activity and sea breeze convergence. Early fall (September-October) typically offers the calmest conditions.

Why are JFK landings sometimes bumpy?

The coastal location exposes the airport to sea breeze effects and crosswinds from the Atlantic. Prevailing winds shift from southwest in summer to northwest in winter, creating different approach challenges. During nor'easters, wind gusts can exceed 40 mph, making landings noticeably rough.

Is turbulence at New York dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from New York?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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