Kittilä Airport

EFKT / KTT

Kittilä, FI

Last Updated
May 14, 13:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
13:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
12 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
3,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFKT 141350Z AUTO 07012KT 9999 BKN038 11/01 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 644 ft
BKN 3,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,444 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kittilä Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 12 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EFKT 141131Z 1412/1421 09010KT 9999 -SHRA OVC045 PROB40 1418/1421 3000 RA BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z PROB40
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FKT
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 166°
0.0 kt 12.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFKT

11,033 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.5%
MVFR
12.4%
IFR
15%
LIFR
16%

Kittilä Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.4%
NE
5.4%
E
6.5%
SE
12.7%
S
25.6%
SW
13.5%
W
12.2%
NW
11.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.4°C
Range: -40°C to 21°C
-40°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,033 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kittilä Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFKT
IATA Code: KTT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 644 ft MSL

Location

City: Kittilä
Country: FI
Latitude: 67.700996°
Longitude: 24.846800°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kittilä Airport

Overview

Kittilä Airport serves the Lapland region in northern Finland, supporting regional transportation and tourism in an arctic environment. Located at 67.7°N, the airport is strategically positioned to handle medium-sized aircraft operations in challenging northern conditions. Its elevation of 644 ft MSL reflects the relatively flat terrain of Finnish Lapland.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) occurring in 48.9% of observations and instrument conditions prevalent in 37% of cases. Temperature ranges dramatically from -40°C to 21°C, with an average of -6°C, requiring pilots to prepare for extreme cold-weather operations. The prevailing wind from the south (180°) averages 6.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 16/34 spans 8,202 feet with an asphalted surface, providing substantial landing capability for regional and charter aircraft. Wind conditions favor runway alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. Fog occurs in 5.2% of observations, and visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September, November, and December offer the most consistent visual flight conditions based on historical data. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR and IFR conditions combining for approximately 36.3% of observations. The consistent southern wind pattern and long runway provide predictable approach characteristics for most aircraft types.

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.