Gjögur Airport

BIGJ / GJR

Gjögur, IS

Last Updated
Mar 2, 13:03Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 57 hours ago
13:03Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
20 kt
300° G31 kt
0.9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BIGJ 021303Z 30020G31KT 0900 FG VV004 M04/M05 Q1003

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IGJ
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
3,041 ft 0 ft CON
6.8 kt 18.8 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - BIGJ

318 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
28.6%
MVFR
41.2%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
15.7%

Gjögur Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 28.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 15.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperatures typically range between -11°C and 12°C with an average of 2.4°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are December, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 15.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
17%
NE
30.4%
E
10.5%
SE
5.2%
S
2.9%
SW
9.5%
W
8.2%
NW
15%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.4°C
Range: -11°C to 12°C
-11°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.2%

Best Months for VFR

December October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 318 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gjögur Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BIGJ
IATA Code: GJR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 83 ft MSL

Location

City: Gjögur
Country: IS
Latitude: 65.995300°
Longitude: -21.326900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,041 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gjögur Airport

Gjögur Airport (BIGJ/GJR) is located in Gjögur, IS at an elevation of 83 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 3,041 feet.

Weather Profile

BIGJ is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 28.6% of the time across 318 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 30.2% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 10.2% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at BIGJ come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 15.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 37 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.3%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are December, October, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -11°C (12°F) to 12°C (54°F), averaging 2.4°C (36°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.84 to 10.12 inHg (333-343 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 318 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.