Caernarfon Airport

EGCK

Caernarfon, GB

Last Updated
May 15, 04:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
04:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
10 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGCK 150420Z AUTO 34010KT 9999 SCT032/// SCT048/// 08/05 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1 ft
SCT 3,200 ft AGL
SCT 4,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,201 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,801 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Caernarfon Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 10 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,200 ft, scattered at 4,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EGCK 150156Z 1503/1512 34009KT 9999 FEW030 PROB30 TEMPO 1503/1506 6000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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: 02
3,534 ft 75 ft ASP 13°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
07/25 2,887 ft 75 ft ASP 71°
0.2 kt 10.0 kt
91° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGCK

10,919 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.4%
MVFR
26.2%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
3.7%

Caernarfon Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 12.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperatures typically range between -3°C and 25°C with an average of 9.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 12.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
9%
NE
13%
E
6.9%
SE
7.8%
S
30.9%
SW
17.3%
W
9.4%
NW
5.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -3°C to 25°C
-3°C 25°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.7 kt

Statistics computed from 10,919 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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 62.4% of the time based on 10,919 observations, EGCK requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 11.4% 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 12.8 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 6.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are May, April, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -3°C (27°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging 9.5°C (49°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 10,919 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.