Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRKasese Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 14.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,600 ft, few at 2,800 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 15:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 01/19 | 5,151 ft | 0 ft | UNK | 0° |
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Weather Statistics - HUKS
761 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kasese Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4 knots. Calm conditions occur 43.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 35°C with an average of 26.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, November.
Wind Analysis
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Runway Wind Analysis
Statistics computed from 761 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kasese Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Kasese Airport
Kasese Airport (HUKS/KSE) is located in Kasese, UG at an elevation of 3,146 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 5,151 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 761 weather observations shows HUKS maintains VFR conditions 78.8% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 20.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 0.4% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at HUKS come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 4 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (43.4% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 01/19 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are May, October, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 16°C (61°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 26.6°C (80°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.12 to 10.12 inHg (343-343 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 761 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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