Brookings Airport

KBOK / BOK

Brookings, US

Last Updated
Apr 30, 14:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
14:56Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
120°
4 SM
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBOK 301456Z AUTO 12004KT 4SM BR OVC006 09/08 A3009 RMK AO2 SLP192 T00890083 50000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 459 ft
OVC 600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,059 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Brookings Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 600 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (459 ft)
Pressure Alt
287 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -323 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.1°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BOK
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
2,900 ft 60 ft ASPH-G
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBOK

8,361 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.2%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
9%
LIFR
24.5%

Brookings Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 40.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between -1°C and 29°C with an average of 11.2°C. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 40.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
2%
NE
2.9%
E
5.7%
SE
23.1%
S
10.9%
SW
1.1%
W
5.7%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.2°C
Range: -1°C to 29°C
-1°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.1%
Fog Frequency: 7.3%

Best Months for VFR

January March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,361 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brookings Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBOK
IATA Code: BOK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 459 ft MSL

Location

City: Brookings
Country: US
Latitude: 42.074600°
Longitude: -124.290001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 2,900 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No

About Brookings Airport

Brookings Airport (KBOK/BOK) is located in Brookings, US at an elevation of 459 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 2,900 feet.

Weather Profile

KBOK is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 48.2% of the time across 8,361 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 33.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.3% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 6.1% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KBOK come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 5.9 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (40.7% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 12/30 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are January, March, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -1°C (30°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 11.2°C (52°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.23 to 30.5 inHg (990-1033 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 8,361 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.