Kodiak Airport

PADQ / ADQ

Kodiak, US

Last Updated
Apr 30, 15:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
15:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
8 kt
140° G17 kt
10 SM
Visibility
2,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PADQ 301553Z 14008G17KT 10SM -RA FEW017 OVC024 04/02 A2985 RMK AO2 SLP107 P0001 T00390017 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 78 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
OVC 2,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,778 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,478 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kodiak Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 8 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component (gusting to 9 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2400 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (78 ft)
Pressure Alt
146 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,155 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF PADQ 301140Z 3012/0112 15013G22KT P6SM BKN035 OVC045 FM301500 13013KT P6SM VCSH OVC025 FM301800 13016G24KT 4SM -RA BR OVC015 FM302100 11020G30KT 1SM -RA BR OVC005 FM010200 11015G25KT 6SM -RA BR SCT006 OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
18:00Z FM301800
+2h
MVFR 130° 16 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist
21:00Z FM302100
+5h
IFR 110° 20 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Rain, Mist
02:00Z FM010200
+10h
MVFR 110° 15 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADQ
07
25
11 ✈️
29
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 7,542 ft 150 ft ASP 92°
5.4 kt 5.9 kt
48° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
5,399 ft 150 ft ASP 127°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
18/36 5,013 ft 150 ft ASP 202°
3.8 kt 7.1 kt
62° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PADQ

7,522 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.2%
MVFR
30.6%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
2.4%

Kodiak Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperatures typically range between -13°C and 17°C with an average of 1.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 7.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
8.5%
E
8.5%
SE
5.2%
S
3.9%
SW
2.6%
W
27.8%
NW
29.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.7°C
Range: -13°C to 17°C
-13°C 17°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.5%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

October April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,522 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kodiak Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PADQ
IATA Code: ADQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 78 ft MSL

Location

City: Kodiak
Country: US
Latitude: 57.750000°
Longitude: -152.494003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+10

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,542 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 5,399 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 5,013 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kodiak Airport

Overview

Kodiak Airport serves the city of Kodiak on Kodiak Island, Alaska, functioning as a critical transportation hub for this remote coastal region. The medium-sized airport supports commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations at an elevation of 78 feet mean sea level. Its strategic location provides essential air connectivity for the Kodiak archipelago.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 58.8% of observations showing clear weather and another 30.8% in Marginal VFR conditions. The airport experiences significant wind variability, with prevailing northwest winds averaging 10.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 42 knots. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 17°C, presenting potential winter icing and summer thermal considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with substantial lengths, offering multiple landing options. Runway 07/25 provides the longest surface at 7,542 feet, while the two shorter runways (11/29 and 18/36) offer 5,399 and 5,013 feet respectively. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which provides consistent operational flexibility for different wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Wind analysis indicates northwest winds (315°) as the predominant pattern, with calm conditions occurring 8.3% of the time. Average crosswinds range from 3.5 to 8.3 knots across runways, with minimal directional challenges. October, November, and December represent the best months for consistent VFR flying conditions, offering pilots the most predictable weather environment.

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.