Kokshetau Airport

UACK / KOV

Kokshetau, KZ

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
16 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UACK 041000Z 27008MPS 9999 SCT031CB 23/13 Q1001 NOSIG RMK QFE728/0970

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 900 ft
SCT 3,100 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,000 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kokshetau Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 16 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 15-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,100 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,100 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (900 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,268 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,444 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD UACK 040807Z 0409/0418 26007MPS 9999 BKN020 OVC100 TEMPO 0409/0412 25010G15MPS 3100 -TSRA BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:09Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ACK
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
8,325 ft 125 ft ASP 32°
5.5 kt 15.0 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UACK

7,257 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
2.3%

Kokshetau Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -37°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -37°C to 34°C
-37°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Statistics computed from 7,257 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kokshetau Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UACK
IATA Code: KOV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 900 ft MSL

Location

City: Kokshetau
Country: KZ
Latitude: 53.329102°
Longitude: 69.594597°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,325 ft
Width: 125 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kokshetau Airport

Overview

Kokshetau Airport serves the northeastern Kazakhstan region, located at an elevation of 900 feet MSL near the city of Kokshetau. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with a substantial 8,325-foot asphalt runway oriented 02/20, facilitating regional transportation and connectivity in this part of Kazakhstan.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 61% of observations reporting VFR weather. Temperature ranges extensively from -32°C to 28°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation that pilots must carefully prepare for. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with only 3% of observations reporting LIFR conditions and a negligible 0.8% fog occurrence.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 53.329102, 69.594597, Kokshetau Airport is positioned in a region with potentially variable meteorological characteristics. The airport's geographic location suggests potential for rapid weather changes, particularly during transitional seasons, requiring pilots to maintain heightened situational awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway (02/20), pilots should anticipate standard approach procedures aligned with the runway's orientation. While wind data in the provided statistics appears incomplete, pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight wind assessments. September, October, and January represent statistically optimal months for VFR operations, offering the most consistent flying conditions.

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

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.