where are the jetstreams located in the atmosphere

Jet streams are found high up in the atmosphere, specifically in the mid-to-upper troposphere. This layer is where most weather phenomena we experience on the ground occur.

Here’s a breakdown of the location:

Altitude: Jet streams typically range from about five to nine miles (eight to fifteen kilometers) above Earth’s surface.

Troposphere: They are found near the tropopause, which is the boundary between the troposphere (where weather happens) and the stratosphere (a calmer, colder layer above).