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VFRChan Gurney Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 3,380 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 21° |
↓ 0.1 kt
•
↔ 6.0 kt
91° angle
|
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✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
|
6,095 ft | 100 ft | CON | 140° |
↑ 5.6 kt
•
↔ 2.1 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KYKN
6,232 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Chan Gurney Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.
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Statistics computed from 6,232 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Chan Gurney Municipal Airport - Airport Information
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About Chan Gurney Municipal Airport
Overview
Chan Gurney Municipal Airport serves Yankton, South Dakota, providing critical aviation infrastructure for a rural Midwestern region. Located at an elevation of 1306 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport offers two runways capable of supporting various general aviation and regional aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Chan Gurney demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating 69% of observations. Temperature ranges from -25°C to 33°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Prevailing northwest winds at an average of 9.9 knots provide consistent wind patterns, with October, September, and January offering the most favorable VFR conditions.
Notable Features
The airport features two distinct runways: a 3,380-foot asphalt runway (01/19) and a longer 6,095-foot concrete runway (13/31). Both runways demonstrate 100% wind coverage, with Runway 01/19 experiencing an average 7.4-knot crosswind and Runway 13/31 experiencing a lower 3.9-knot crosswind. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.
Approach Considerations
Pilots should anticipate northwest wind conditions when planning arrivals and departures. Low-level meteorological conditions occur in 5.8% IFR and 3.8% LIFR observations, suggesting potential instrument approach requirements. Calm wind conditions are present 8.7% of the time, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 42 knots, indicating the need for careful wind assessment during flight planning.
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