Cap Skirring Airport

GOGS / CSK

Cap Skirring, SN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GOGS 040500Z VRB02KT CAVOK 27/25 Q1013

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cap Skirring Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 GOGS 032320Z 0400/0424 30006KT 9999 SCT013
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGS
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 6,573 ft 98 ft ASP 136° 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 - GOGS

5,204 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.8%
MVFR
5.6%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Cap Skirring Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 86 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 38°C with an average of 25.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 86 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
1.7%
N
39.9%
S
3.4%
W
11.3%
NE
15%
NW
19.3%
SE
0.6%
SW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 18°C to 38°C
18°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

December November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,204 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cap Skirring Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GOGS
IATA Code: CSK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 52 ft MSL

Location

City: Cap Skirring
Country: SN
Latitude: 12.395330°
Longitude: -16.748000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,573 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cap Skirring Airport

Overview

Cap Skirring Airport serves the coastal region of Senegal, located at 12.395330, -16.748000 with an elevation of 52 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Cap Skirring area, supporting regional transportation and local flight operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport demonstrates extremely stable VFR conditions, with 96% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Temperatures range from 18°C to 35°C, averaging 26.5°C, with consistent winds predominantly from the north at an average of 6.5 knots. December, January, and November offer the most reliable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

Runway 14/32 spans 6,573 feet with an asphalted surface, oriented to maximize wind alignment. The airport experiences minimal meteorological disruptions, with zero reported IFR or low IFR conditions and no significant fog occurrences. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates optimal wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Extreme wind events are rare but possible, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 86 knots, suggesting pilots should always check current METAR before operations.

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.