David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport

UGKO / KUT

Kopitnari, GE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
2 kt
Variable
5 km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UGKO 042100Z VRB02KT 5000 VCTS SHRA FEW006 SCT022CB BKN050 21/20 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 223 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
SCT 2,200 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
823 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,423 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,223 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 21 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 04:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

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.

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (223 ft)
Pressure Alt
381 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,155 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD UGKO 042058Z 0421/0518 26007KT 9999 SCT020 BKN050 TX26/0511Z TN19/0502Z TEMPO 0421/0503 VRB14KT 4000 TSRA SCT017CB BKN030 TEMPO 0504/0508 CAVOK PROB40 TEMPO 0509/0514 28017KT 4000 TSRA BKN020CB TEMPO 0514/0518 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+7h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+12h
IFR 280° 17 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKO
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 8,202 ft 144 ft CON 81° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UGKO

13,412 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.2%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
0.7%

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
48.7%
N
2.1%
S
2.1%
W
25.9%
NE
4.8%
NW
3.5%
SE
5.3%
SW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: -3°C to 31°C
-3°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,412 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UGKO
IATA Code: KUT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 223 ft MSL

Location

City: Kopitnari
Country: GE
Latitude: 42.176768°
Longitude: 42.482393°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport

Overview

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport serves the Kutaisi region in Georgia, located at coordinates 42.176768, 42.482393 in Kopitnari. The medium-sized airport sits at an elevation of 223 feet MSL and features a single concrete runway (07/25) measuring 8,202 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly favorable VFR conditions 84% of the time, with predominantly easterly winds averaging 9.1 knots. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 31°C, with an average of 11.9°C, providing generally stable flying conditions. September through November offer the most consistent VFR weather, with minimal fog occurrence (1.4%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (07/25) experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with winds aligned 100% of the time and a modest average crosswind of 2.7 knots. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 39 knots, suggesting potential for occasional challenging wind conditions despite generally mild wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly winds when planning approaches, with runway 07/25 offering consistent wind alignment. The low percentage of IFR conditions (3.7%) and minimal low IFR scenarios (1%) suggest generally straightforward approach and landing environments throughout the year.

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.