Yangyang International Airport

RKNY / YNY

Gonghang-ro, KR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
4 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKNY 100500Z 11004KT 040V190 9999 FEW050 SCT100 22/17 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 241 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,241 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,241 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yangyang International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 07:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 07:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (241 ft)
Pressure Alt
429 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,327 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKNY 100500Z 1006/1112 11008KT 9999 SCT040 BKN100 TN17/1021Z TX26/1105Z TEMPO 1007/1008 03005KT 6000 -RA FEW010 BKN030 OVC070 BECMG 1009/1011 26006KT CAVOK BECMG 1102/1104 11006KT 9999 SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 1107/1108 6000 -SHRA FEW020CB BKN030 OVC070 BECMG 1109/1111 26012G25KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
07:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain
09:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 260° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KNY
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
8,202 ft 148 ft CON 141°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RKNY

7,000 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.5%
MVFR
11.8%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
3.9%

Yangyang International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.2%
N
9.2%
S
2.2%
W
52.1%
NE
5.1%
NW
12.6%
SE
5.8%
SW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -11°C to 32°C
-11°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

January December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,000 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yangyang International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKNY
IATA Code: YNY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 241 ft MSL

Location

City: Gonghang-ro
Country: KR
Latitude: 38.061298°
Longitude: 128.669006°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Yangyang International Airport

Overview

Yangyang International Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Gangwon Province, South Korea, serving the northeastern coastal region. Situated at an elevation of 241 feet MSL with coordinates 38.061298, 128.669006, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its single runway (15/33) extends 8,202 feet and is constructed of concrete, supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 78.4% of observations indicating clear weather. Prevailing westerly winds averaging 9 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 28°C, with an average of 9.6°C, suggesting potential need for seasonal aircraft performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for dynamic wind conditions and marine weather influences. Runway 15/33 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 6.6 knots. The low incidence of reduced visibility (MVFR/IFR conditions at 19.5% combined) indicates generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (November, December, January) offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate westerly winds and prepare for potential temperature-related performance adjustments. The single runway's substantial 8,202-foot length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and approach scenarios.

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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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.