Emmonak Airport

PAEM / EMK

Emmonak, US

Last Updated
Aug 5, 00:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
00:56Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
--
--°
10 SM
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PAEM 050056Z AUTO 10SM OVC012 A2947 RMK AO2 RAE34UPB14E41 SLPNO FZRANO PNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
OVC 1,200 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,213 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Emmonak Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

Pilot Recommendations

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

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

QNH
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
471 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 474 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AEM
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
16/34 4,601 ft 100 ft GVL 176°

Weather Statistics - PAEM

7,828 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
46.7%
MVFR
32%
IFR
13.8%
LIFR
7.6%

Emmonak Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 46.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 10 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperatures typically range between -18°C and 12°C with an average of 0.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are August, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 3.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.7%
N
23.1%
S
12.9%
W
5.5%
NE
15.6%
NW
13.1%
SE
8.7%
SW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.8°C
Range: -18°C to 12°C
-18°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

August December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,828 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Emmonak Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PAEM
IATA Code: EMK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Emmonak
Country: US
Latitude: 62.786098°
Longitude: -164.490997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+11

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 4,601 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Emmonak Airport

Overview

Emmonak Airport serves the remote Alaskan village of Emmonak, located in the western part of the state. As a medium-sized airport situated at a low elevation of 13 feet MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local community and supports regional aviation operations in a challenging Arctic environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Emmonak Airport are characterized by significant variability, with VFR conditions occurring 47.6% of the time and MVFR conditions present 35.9% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly northerly winds averaging 10 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 41 knots. The temperature range spans from -18°C to 12°C, with an average of 0.8°C, presenting potential icing and cold-weather operational challenges.

Notable Features

The single runway 16/34 is 4,601 feet long with a gravel (GVL) surface, typical of remote Alaskan airports. Wind analysis shows 100% favorable wind conditions for the runway, with an average crosswind component of 5.5 knots. The airport's low elevation and proximity to coastal terrain likely influences local microclimate and wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with limited instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM in 2.3% of observations) and minimal fog occurrence (1%). December, September, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Alaskan 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.