Kemi-Tornio Airport

EFKE / KEM

Kemi / Tornio, FI

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFKE 042220Z AUTO 12005KT 9999 //////CB 15/12 Q1008

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kemi-Tornio Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 5 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FKE
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,212 ft 157 ft ASP 188°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFKE

13,352 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
11.1%
IFR
12.2%
LIFR
16.2%

Kemi-Tornio Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 28.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.3%
N
21%
S
24.1%
W
7%
NE
8.8%
NW
4%
SE
9.8%
SW
17.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.1°C
Range: -29°C to 24°C
-29°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.8%

Best Months for VFR

July April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,352 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kemi-Tornio Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFKE
IATA Code: KEM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 61 ft MSL

Location

City: Kemi / Tornio
Country: FI
Latitude: 65.778702°
Longitude: 24.582100°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,212 ft
Width: 157 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kemi-Tornio Airport

Overview

Kemi-Tornio Airport serves the northern Finnish region of Kemi and Tornio, located near the Swedish border. The medium-sized airport sits at an elevation of 61 feet MSL and provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote Arctic area, supporting regional and potential international connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kemi-Tornio exhibit significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 50.4% of the time. Instrument flight conditions (IFR and LIFR combined) occur in 35.6% of observations, primarily during winter months. Temperature ranges dramatically from -29°C to 23°C, with an average of -2.2°C, indicating challenging winter operating conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (18/36) spans 8,212 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft. Prevailing winds from the North (0°) average 7.3 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 35 knots. The geographic location near the Arctic Circle contributes to unique meteorological challenges and seasonal flight considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with wind alignment at 100% and an average crosswind of only 3.4 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility. Pilots should note September, January, and December offer the most consistently favorable visual meteorological conditions.

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.