Tartu Airport

EETU / TAY

Reola, EE

Last Updated
May 15, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
5 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
14,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EETU 151020Z AUTO 05005KT 340V090 9999 BKN140/// BKN160/// 15/04 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 220 ft
BKN 14,000 ft AGL
BKN 16,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,220 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,220 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tartu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 14,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 5 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 14000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EETU 150800Z 1509/1518 07010KT CAVOK TEMPO 1516/1518 RA BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ETU
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,905 ft 101 ft ASP 88°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EETU

11,024 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.1%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
13.5%
LIFR
8.1%

Tartu Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.8%
N
5%
S
15.1%
W
19.4%
NE
10.5%
NW
7.5%
SE
10.5%
SW
19.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.9°C
Range: -25°C to 24°C
-25°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,024 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tartu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EETU
IATA Code: TAY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 220 ft MSL

Location

City: Reola
Country: EE
Latitude: 58.307438°
Longitude: 26.686473°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 101 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Tartu Airport

Overview

Tartu Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Estonia near the city of Tartu. Situated at an elevation of 220 feet MSL, the airport provides aviation services in a region characterized by varied terrain and seasonal weather conditions. Its single runway (08/26) spans 5,905 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating general aviation and regional aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals diverse flying conditions throughout the year, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 46.3% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate weather variability, with temperature ranges from -19°C to 24°C and an average of 2.8°C. Wind patterns are predominantly southwesterly at 225 degrees, averaging 7.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 21 knots, and rare calm periods of 1.7%.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in southeastern Estonia presents potential challenges with terrain and regional meteorological patterns. Pilots should anticipate seasonal variations, with September, October, and January offering the most favorable VFR conditions. The runway alignment (08/26) experiences 100% favorable wind conditions, with an average crosswind of just 4.5 knots.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southwesterly winds, runway 08/26 offers consistent wind alignment for arrivals and departures. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (0% below 3SM) and infrequent fog occurrences (0.8%). Pilots should prepare for potential instrument meteorological conditions, with IFR conditions present approximately 19.4% of the time.

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.