Reykjavík Domestic Airport

BIRK / RKV

Reykjavík, IS

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
17:30Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
997 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI BIRK 041730Z VRB03KT 9999 VCSH BKN010CB BKN110 M01/M01 Q0997 RESHSN

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 48 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 11,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,048 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,048 ft AMSL
QNH
997 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (48 ft)
Pressure Alt
536 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,372 ft
ISA Deviation: -15.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF BIRK 041337Z 0415/0515 21012KT 9999 -SHSN FEW012CB BKN025 TX03/0415Z TNM01/0505Z TEMPO 0415/0515 1000 SHSN BKN010CB BECMG 0504/0506 15010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:51Z BASE
+0h
IFR 210° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Snow
04:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 150° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRK
01
19
06
24
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,141 ft 148 ft ASP 355° No wind data
06/24 3,150 ft 98 ft ASP 46° No wind data
13/31 4,035 ft 148 ft ASP 117° 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 - BIRK

4,094 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.5%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
5%
LIFR
3.1%

Reykjavík Domestic Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperatures typically range between -12°C and 16°C with an average of 3.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
8.8%
E
44.5%
SE
14.8%
S
9.6%
SW
3.9%
W
5.4%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.1°C
Range: -12°C to 16°C
-12°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

January February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.3 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,094 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Reykjavík Domestic Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BIRK
IATA Code: RKV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 48 ft MSL

Location

City: Reykjavík
Country: IS
Latitude: 64.128732°
Longitude: -21.937590°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,141 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 3,150 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,035 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Reykjavík Domestic Airport

Overview

Reykjavík Domestic Airport serves as the primary hub for domestic flights within Iceland, located in the capital city at 48 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 64.128732, -21.937590, the airport features three asphalted runways ranging from 3,150 to 5,141 feet in length. It handles medium-sized aircraft operations across the Icelandic domestic network.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at BIRK demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 72.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 9.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -10°C to 16°C, with an average of 4.1°C, requiring pilots to be prepared for potential rapid meteorological changes.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways (01/19, 06/24, and 13/31) provide excellent wind flexibility, with each runway showing 100% favorable wind alignment. All runways demonstrate similar crosswind characteristics, averaging 6.1-6.7 knots. The airport's low elevation and coastal location contribute to its unique meteorological environment, with occasional fog reported in 3.2% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of restricted visibility. January, November, and September offer the most consistent VFR conditions. When selecting runways, pilots have multiple options with minimal crosswind limitations, allowing for flexible approach and departure strategies based on current wind conditions.

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.