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Weather Briefing
VFRKitale Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 2.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (360°) at 6 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
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4,757 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 40° |
↑ 4.6 kt
•
↔ 3.9 kt
40° angle
|
Weather Statistics - HKKT
1,756 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kitale Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 76.3% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 33°C with an average of 20.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, September.
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Statistics computed from 1,756 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kitale Airport - Airport Information
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About Kitale Airport
Overview
Kitale Airport serves the agricultural region of western Kenya, located at an elevation of 6070 ft MSL near the town of Kitale. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Trans-Nzoia County, supporting regional transportation and agricultural logistics in this highland area.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring in the remaining 20.5% of observations. Winds are typically light, with a prevailing direction from the north and an average speed of 6.1 knots, and calm conditions occurring in 75.4% of recorded observations. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 9°C to 33°C with an average of 20.4°C.
Notable Features
Situated at a significant elevation of 6070 ft MSL, Kitale Airport requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. The single runway 04/22 is 4,757 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft typical of regional operations. Its high-altitude location suggests potential density altitude considerations during warmer periods.
Approach Considerations
Runway 04/22 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting 100% of runway operations. The average crosswind is minimal at 3.6 knots, providing generally straightforward approach conditions. Pilots should note the best VFR months are January, November, and September, which offer the most consistent visual flying conditions.
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