Caernarfon Airport

EGCK

Caernarfon, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
210°
9 km
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGCK 042220Z AUTO 21006KT 9000 OVC028/// 16/15 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1 ft
OVC 2,800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,801 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Caernarfon Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,800 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 6 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light RADZ. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Rain between 21:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light RADZ between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

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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Raw TAF
TAF EGCK 042000Z 0421/0506 24008KT 9999 SCT040 PROB30 TEMPO 0421/0502 8000 -RA BKN014 TEMPO 0502/0506 BKN014 PROB30 TEMPO 0502/0506 8000 -RADZ BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light RADZ

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GCK
02
20 ✈️
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
3,534 ft 75 ft ASP 13°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
07/25 2,887 ft 75 ft ASP 71°
4.5 kt 3.9 kt
139° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGCK

13,210 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.1%
MVFR
25.3%
IFR
8%
LIFR
3.6%

Caernarfon Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 12.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 12.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.8%
N
8.3%
S
31.1%
W
9.8%
NE
12.1%
NW
4.9%
SE
6.8%
SW
21.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -3°C to 35°C
-3°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,210 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Caernarfon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGCK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1 ft MSL

Location

City: Caernarfon
Country: GB
Latitude: 53.101819°
Longitude: -4.337614°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,534 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 2,887 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Caernarfon Airport

Caernarfon Airport (EGCK) is located in Caernarfon, GB at an elevation of 1 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (02/20, 07/25), with the longest at 3,534 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 63.1% of the time based on 13,210 observations, EGCK requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 11.6% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EGCK come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 12.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 42 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.1%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 02/20 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, May, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -3°C (27°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 10.6°C (51°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.73 to 10.28 inHg (330-348 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,210 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.