Kos Airport

LGKO / KGS

Kos Island, GR

Last Updated
May 15, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
8 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGKO 151020Z 30008KT 9999 FEW018 22/14 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 412 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,212 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kos Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 LGKO 150500Z 1506/1606 30010KT 9999 FEW018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKO
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
7,841 ft 148 ft ASP 148°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGKO

10,818 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92%
MVFR
7.9%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Kos Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 33°C with an average of 16.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.1%
N
43%
S
13.9%
W
6.3%
NE
1%
NW
15.6%
SE
11.1%
SW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.3°C
Range: 4°C to 33°C
4°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September November April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 10,818 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kos Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGKO
IATA Code: KGS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 412 ft MSL

Location

City: Kos Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 36.794523°
Longitude: 27.091150°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,841 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kos Airport

Overview

Kos Airport serves Kos Island in Greece, operating as a medium-sized airport situated at 412 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 36.794523, 27.091150, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Dodecanese island region, supporting regional and international air transportation.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly excellent VFR conditions, with 92.7% of observations indicating clear flying weather. The airport experiences consistent northern winds averaging 9.8 knots, with maximum recorded gusts of 27 knots. Temperature variations range from 4°C to 33°C, with an average of 17.5°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single runway 14/32 extends 7,841 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. Geographically positioned in the Aegean Sea, the airport's location may introduce maritime wind characteristics typical of island environments. Wind data indicates a highly predictable wind pattern from the north (0°), which can significantly influence flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.5 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of significant visibility restrictions.

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.