Kulusuk Airport

BGKK / KUS

Kulusuk, GL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
19:50Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
5 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
7,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BGKK 041950Z 25005KT 9999 BKN078 07/02 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 117 ft
BKN 7,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,917 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kulusuk Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 5 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 4 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 041710Z 0418/0422 26006KT 9999 FEW025 TEMPO 0420/0422 BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

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: 29
3,934 ft 0 ft UNK
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - BGKK

11,149 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.6%
MVFR
21.9%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
1.2%

Kulusuk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 12.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 12°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, July, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 12.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
40.4%
N
3.5%
S
5.5%
W
12.5%
NE
6%
NW
5.4%
SE
2.9%
SW
16.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.3°C
Range: -23°C to 12°C
-23°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

February July December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,149 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.