Kulusuk Airport

BGKK / KUS

Kulusuk, GL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
13 kt
100°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BGKK 040850Z AUTO 10013KT 9999NDV FEW048/// FEW120/// M05/M09 Q0985

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 117 ft
FEW 4,800 ft AGL
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,917 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,117 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF BGKK 040820Z 0409/0418 10017KT 9999 FEW015 BKN100 TEMPO 0409/0413 2500 -SN DRSN BKN014 TEMPO 0413/0418 BKN014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 17 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
13:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKK
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
3,934 ft 0 ft UNK
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - BGKK

6,571 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.8%
MVFR
21.8%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
0.6%

Kulusuk Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 13.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 57 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 10°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 13.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 57 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
5%
E
44.1%
SE
3.5%
S
6.6%
SW
17.1%
W
9.9%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.1°C
Range: -23°C to 10°C
-23°C 10°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

February December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,571 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kulusuk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BGKK
IATA Code: KUS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 117 ft MSL

Location

City: Kulusuk
Country: GL
Latitude: 65.573601°
Longitude: -37.123600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 3,934 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Kulusuk Airport

Overview

Kulusuk Airport serves the remote settlement of Kulusuk in Greenland, strategically located on the east coast of the island. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 117 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation access to this isolated arctic region, supporting local transportation and potential scientific or research operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions present 24.9% of the time. Temperatures range from -14°C to 10°C, with an average of -0.3°C, indicating consistently cold operating environments. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at an average of 12.7 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 56 knots.

Notable Features

Situated at 65.573601, -37.123600, Kulusuk Airport is positioned in a challenging arctic terrain with potential significant meteorological variations. The runway (11/29) is 3,934 feet long and experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 7.3 knots. Fog is rare, occurring in only 0.8% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the most consistent VFR conditions occur in December, October, and November. The single runway (11/29) benefits from very consistent wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges. With excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences, approaches are generally straightforward when weather conditions are standard.

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.