Current Weather
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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRGarissa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 9.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 18 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,400 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
|
3,556 ft | 61 ft | asphalt | 0° |
↓ 15.6 kt
•
↔ 9.0 kt
150° angle
|
Weather Statistics - HKGA
2,931 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Garissa Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 43% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 39°C with an average of 31.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, October.
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Statistics computed from 2,931 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Garissa Airport - Airport Information
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About Garissa Airport
Garissa Airport (HKGA/GAS) is located in Garissa, KE at an elevation of 475 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 3,556 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 2,931 weather observations shows HKGA maintains VFR conditions 70.9% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 29.1% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 0% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at HKGA come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 10.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (43% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 17/35 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, January, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 19°C (66°F) to 39°C (102°F), averaging 31.3°C (88°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.07 to 10.15 inHg (341-344 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,931 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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