Kos Airport

LGKO / KGS

Kos Island, GR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
02:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGKO 230220Z 16003KT 9999 SCT020 15/12 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 412 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,412 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kos Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 06:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGKO 222300Z 2300/2324 18010KT 9999 FEW025 BECMG 2304/2306 25010KT BKN020 PROB30 TEMPO 2306/2315 5000 RA SCT015 FEW018TCU BKN020 BECMG 2308/2310 32012KT BECMG 2319/2321 FEW020 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 250° 10 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
06:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain
08:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 320° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKO
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
7,841 ft 148 ft ASP 148°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGKO

9,792 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Kos Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 33°C with an average of 16.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
43.1%
NE
0.9%
E
2%
SE
10.7%
S
14.5%
SW
7.1%
W
6.4%
NW
15%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.2°C
Range: 4°C to 33°C
4°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,792 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kos Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGKO
IATA Code: KGS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 412 ft MSL

Location

City: Kos Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 36.794523°
Longitude: 27.091150°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,841 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kos Airport

Overview

Kos Airport serves Kos Island in Greece, operating as a medium-sized airport situated at 412 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 36.794523, 27.091150, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Dodecanese island region, supporting regional and international air transportation.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly excellent VFR conditions, with 92.7% of observations indicating clear flying weather. The airport experiences consistent northern winds averaging 9.8 knots, with maximum recorded gusts of 27 knots. Temperature variations range from 4°C to 33°C, with an average of 17.5°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single runway 14/32 extends 7,841 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. Geographically positioned in the Aegean Sea, the airport's location may introduce maritime wind characteristics typical of island environments. Wind data indicates a highly predictable wind pattern from the north (0°), which can significantly influence flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.5 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of significant visibility restrictions.

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.