Seongmu Airport

RKTE

, KR

Last Updated
Mar 25, 21:28Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 1223 hours ago
21:28Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
1 kt
310°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI RKTE 2128Z 31001KT 400 R34/300 FG SCT005 M05/M06 A3021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 258 ft
SCT 500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
758 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Seongmu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 500 feet. Note: This observation is 1223.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -5°C (23°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

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.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KTE
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
4,000 ft 120 ft CON 156°
0.9 kt 0.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RKTE

659 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
33.4%
MVFR
25.6%
IFR
28.2%
LIFR
12.7%

Seongmu Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 33.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 40.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 3.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 3.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.9%
N
12.6%
S
32.5%
W
7.1%
NE
2.3%
NW
21.9%
SE
9%
SW
11.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -12°C to 31°C
-12°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.6%

Best Months for VFR

January December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.7 kt

Statistics computed from 659 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Seongmu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKTE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 258 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: KR
Latitude: 36.568199°
Longitude: 127.500000°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 120 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Seongmu Airport

Seongmu Airport (RKTE) is located in , KR at an elevation of 258 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 4,000 feet.

Weather Profile

RKTE is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 33.4% of the time across 659 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 40.9% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.6% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at RKTE come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 3.6 knots. Calm winds are rare (0%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 1.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are January, December, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -12°C (10°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 8.9°C (48°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.64 to 30.42 inHg (1004-1030 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 659 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.