Kulusuk Airport

BGKK / KUS

Kulusuk, GL

Last Updated
May 14, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
15 kt
80°
--
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BGKK 142220Z AUTO 08015KT 9999NDV -SN OVC017/// 01/M01 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 117 ft
OVC 1,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,817 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kulusuk Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,700 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 15 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 1°C (34°F) with a dewpoint of -1°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 3 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light SNRA. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light SNRA between 19:00Z and 22:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF BGKK 141944Z 1419/1422 07018KT 9999 -RA FEW015 BKN025 TEMPO 1419/1422 3000 -SNRA BKN018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKK
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
3,934 ft 0 ft UNK
13.0 kt 7.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - BGKK

9,242 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.7%
MVFR
20.8%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
1.2%

Kulusuk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 13.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 10°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 13.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
5.7%
E
41.1%
SE
3.2%
S
6.1%
SW
17.5%
W
10.7%
NW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.4°C
Range: -23°C to 10°C
-23°C 10°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

May February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,242 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kulusuk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BGKK
IATA Code: KUS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 117 ft MSL

Location

City: Kulusuk
Country: GL
Latitude: 65.573601°
Longitude: -37.123600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 3,934 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Kulusuk Airport

Overview

Kulusuk Airport serves the remote settlement of Kulusuk in Greenland, strategically located on the east coast of the island. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 117 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation access to this isolated arctic region, supporting local transportation and potential scientific or research operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions present 24.9% of the time. Temperatures range from -14°C to 10°C, with an average of -0.3°C, indicating consistently cold operating environments. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at an average of 12.7 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 56 knots.

Notable Features

Situated at 65.573601, -37.123600, Kulusuk Airport is positioned in a challenging arctic terrain with potential significant meteorological variations. The runway (11/29) is 3,934 feet long and experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 7.3 knots. Fog is rare, occurring in only 0.8% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the most consistent VFR conditions occur in December, October, and November. The single runway (11/29) benefits from very consistent wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges. With excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences, approaches are generally straightforward when weather conditions are standard.

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.