Kirksville Regional Airport

KIRK / IRK

Kirksville, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
22:55Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIRK 042255Z AUTO 00000KT 2 1/2SM BR OVC004 06/06 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP170 T00610056

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 966 ft
OVC 400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,366 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (966 ft)
Pressure Alt
884 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 36 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.1°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRK
09
27
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 1,393 ft 100 ft GRE 91°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
91° angle
18/36 6,005 ft 100 ft CON 180°
0.0 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 - KIRK

6,432 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.8%
MVFR
13.9%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
5%

Kirksville Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 10.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.6%
NE
9.8%
E
10.2%
SE
9.6%
S
12.1%
SW
10.7%
W
13.8%
NW
12.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5°C
Range: -26°C to 35°C
-26°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 7%

Best Months for VFR

October February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,432 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kirksville Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIRK
IATA Code: IRK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 966 ft MSL

Location

City: Kirksville
Country: US
Latitude: 40.093498°
Longitude: -92.544899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 1,393 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,005 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Kirksville Regional Airport

Overview

Kirksville Regional Airport serves the northeastern Missouri region as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 966 feet MSL. Situated near the city of Kirksville, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting both general aviation and regional transportation needs. Its strategic location and dual runway configuration offer flexibility for different aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 72.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, with prevailing westerly winds averaging 8 knots and occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature ranges are significant, spanning from -22°C to 35°C, which means pilots should prepare for diverse seasonal meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 1,393-foot gravel runway (09/27) and a more substantial 6,005-foot concrete runway (18/36). Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. The terrain surrounding the airport is characteristic of the Missouri regional landscape, offering relatively predictable approach and departure environments.

Approach Considerations

Wind conditions strongly favor both runways, with minimal average crosswind components of 5-5.3 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate occasional reduced visibility, with 8.9% of observations reporting fog and 3.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.