Baltimore/Washington International Airport (KBWI)
Baltimore, United States · North America
By Renzo, CPL
ICAO
KBWI
IATA
BWI
City
Baltimore
Country
United States
Region
North America
Elevation
146 ft
Runways
3 runways
Coordinates
39.1754, -76.6683
Overview
Southwest Airlines focus city between Baltimore and DC with multiple precision approaches available.
Current Weather at KBWI
Pilots flying into or out of Baltimore/Washington International Airport should always check the latest METAR (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) before departure. A METAR is a standardized weather observation issued every hour (or more frequently as a SPECI when conditions change rapidly). It includes wind direction and speed, visibility, cloud layers, temperature, dewpoint, and altimeter setting -- everything you need for a safe go/no-go decision.
Live conditions
Current METAR
METAR KBWI 122354Z 09006KT 10SM BKN027 OVC033 25/21 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP161 T02500206 10272 20250 50004Wind 090° at 6 kt — likely active runway near heading 09
Current TAF
TAF KBWI 122339Z 1300/1406 11006KT P6SM BKN025 OVC050 PROB30 1300/1303 6SM -SHRA OVC015 FM130300 13004KT 6SM -SHRA BR SCT006 OVC012 PROB30 1303/1306 4SM -TSRA OVC006CB FM130600 14003KT 6SM -SHRA OVC007 FM130900 00000KT 6SM -SHRA BR OVC005 FM131200 26003KT 6SM BR SCT005 OVC010 FM131500 29005KT P6SM BKN030Read any KBWI METAR without second-guessing
One page: every METAR and TAF group decoded, the ceiling and visibility limits that matter, and the traps that catch pilots on a marginal day.
Free forever. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Decode METAR for KBWI
Paste the KBWI METAR into our free decoder and get a plain-English breakdown instantly.
Check Weather Before Your Flight
A thorough weather briefing is essential for safe flight operations at Baltimore/Washington International Airport. Here are the key weather products every pilot should review:
- METARHourly surface observation for KBWI. Includes wind, visibility, ceiling, temp/dewpoint, and altimeter.
- TAFTerminal Aerodrome Forecast covering the next 24-30 hours. Look for expected wind shifts, visibility changes, and precipitation.
- NOTAMNotices to Air Missions for KBWI. Check for runway closures, taxiway restrictions, and navaid outages.
- PIREPPilot Reports from aircraft near Baltimore. Real-world turbulence, icing, and cloud top reports.
- SIG/AIRMETArea forecasts for significant weather, turbulence, and icing that may affect operations around Baltimore/Washington International Airport.
Learn to read sectional charts to plan your route visually, and use our crosswind calculator to check runway compatibility with current winds.
Pilot Resources at Baltimore/Washington International Airport
Radio Frequencies
Always verify current frequencies in the Chart Supplement (formerly A/FD) before flight. Common frequencies for airports like KBWI include ATIS/AWOS, Ground, Tower (if towered), Approach/Departure, and Clearance Delivery. Frequencies change -- never rely on outdated sources.
Flight Schools Nearby
Browse flight schools near Baltimore and compare training programs.
Private Pilot Guide
Everything you need to earn your PPL, from requirements to checkride prep.
METAR Decoder
Decode any METAR report into plain English. Free tool for student and experienced pilots.
Sectional Chart Guide
Learn to read VFR sectional charts for navigation around Baltimore.
Training Availability
No On-Field Training Reported
Baltimore/Washington International Airport is primarily a commercial operations airport. Check nearby GA airports for flight training options.
Ace your next checkride
Practice thousands of real exam questions for FAA and EASA certificates -- PPL, Instrument, Commercial, and ATP. Start for a $7.49 first month with code PILOT50, then $14.99/mo.
Start for $7.49Or test your aviation knowledge with free practice questions