Kisumu Airport

HKKI / KIS

Kisumu, KE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

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Current Weather

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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
5 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HKKI 041100Z 24005KT 9999 TS FEW024CB SCT025 25/17 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,734 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
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FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,134 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,234 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HKKI 040500Z 0406/0512 35005KT FEW020 BKN080 BECMG 0408/0411 24010KT FEW024CB BKN080 TEMPO 0413/0417 -TSRA FEW023CB SCT024 BKN080 BECMG 0420/0423 VRB03KT -RA SCT020 BKN080 BECMG 0508/0511 24010KT NSW FEW024CB BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 5 kt
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
13:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
20:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKI
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
10,823 ft 148 ft ASP 62°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HKKI

2,767 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.9%
MVFR
4%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Kisumu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 35°C with an average of 24.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
12.6%
E
16.5%
SE
4.1%
S
10%
SW
29.4%
W
9.1%
NW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.2°C
Range: 16°C to 35°C
16°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

January November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,767 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kisumu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKKI
IATA Code: KIS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,734 ft MSL

Location

City: Kisumu
Country: KE
Latitude: -0.086139°
Longitude: 34.728901°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,823 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kisumu Airport

Overview

Kisumu Airport serves as a key regional aviation facility located in western Kenya near Lake Victoria. Situated at an elevation of 3,734 feet MSL, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for Kisumu, the third-largest city in Kenya. The medium-sized airport features a substantial 10,823-foot asphalted runway capable of handling diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kisumu Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 96.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 6.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature ranges between 16°C and 35°C, with an average of 24.3°C, providing stable atmospheric conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 3,734 feet and proximity to Lake Victoria create unique geographic considerations for pilots. Terrain surrounding the airport is relatively consistent, with no significant mountainous obstacles noted in the immediate approach paths. The single runway (06/24) provides flexibility with favorable wind alignment, experiencing crosswinds averaging only 2.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect highly reliable visual meteorological conditions, with excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. January, September, and November represent the most consistently favorable months for VFR operations. The runway's extensive 10,823-foot length accommodates a wide range of aircraft, and the prevailing southwest winds provide consistent, predictable approach conditions.

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

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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.