Akulivik Airport

CYKO / AKV

Akulivik, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -28°C
19 kt
300°
3 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYKO 042200Z 30019KT 3SM DRSN FEW043 FEW054 SCT210 SCT240 M24/M28 A2985 RMK ST1ST1CI1CC1 VIS 10 W LST STFD OB /NXT 051300Z SLP115

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 75 ft
FEW 4,300 ft AGL
FEW 5,400 ft AGL
SCT 21,000 ft AGL
SCT 24,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,375 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,475 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
21,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
21,075 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,075 ft AMSL
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (75 ft)
Pressure Alt
143 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -4,519 ft
ISA Deviation: -38.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKO
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
3,510 ft 100 ft GVL 62°
14.6 kt 12.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYKO

1,125 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
34.6%
MVFR
38.8%
IFR
21%
LIFR
5.7%

Akulivik Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 34.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 13.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -37°C to 12°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 26% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 17.6% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 13.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.2%
NE
12.2%
E
16.2%
SE
14.3%
S
12.1%
SW
8.9%
W
9.9%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -6.3°C
Range: -37°C to 12°C
-37°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 17.6%
Fog Frequency: 26%

Best Months for VFR

February September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.9 kt

Statistics computed from 1,125 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akulivik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYKO
IATA Code: AKV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 75 ft MSL

Location

City: Akulivik
Country: CA
Latitude: 60.818600°
Longitude: -78.148598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,510 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Akulivik Airport

Akulivik Airport (CYKO/AKV) is located in Akulivik, CA at an elevation of 75 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 3,510 feet.

Weather Profile

CYKO is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 34.6% of the time across 1,125 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 26.7% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 26% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 17.6% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYKO come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 13.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 33 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.3%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 8.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, September, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -37°C (-35°F) to 12°C (54°F), averaging -6.3°C (21°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.12 to 30.45 inHg (986-1031 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,125 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.