Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRKuopio Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 1 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 4°C (39°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.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
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
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4,921 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 67° |
↑ 0.6 kt
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↔ 0.8 kt
53° angle
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✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
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9,186 ft | 197 ft | ASP | 157° |
↑ 0.9 kt
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↔ 0.5 kt
30° angle
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Weather Statistics - EFKU
11,037 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kuopio Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 32.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.
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Statistics computed from 11,037 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kuopio Airport - Airport Information
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About Kuopio Airport
Overview
Kuopio Airport serves the central Finnish region, strategically located in the Siilinjärvi municipality near Kuopio. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalt runways, it supports regional and commercial aviation operations in Eastern Finland, positioned at an elevation of 323 feet above mean sea level.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Kuopio demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) present 36.9% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) accounting for approximately 40% of observations. Temperature ranges extensively from -25°C to 23°C, with an average of 1°C, indicating challenging winter operational conditions that pilots must carefully prepare for.
Notable Features
The airport features two parallel runways (06/24 and 15/33) with substantial lengths of 4,921 and 9,186 feet respectively. Winds predominantly originate from the south at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 7.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots, which pilots should anticipate during approach and landing phases.
Approach Considerations
Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively modest average crosswind components of 5.7 knots for runway 06/24 and 4.2 knots for runway 15/33. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, suggesting generally good approach conditions throughout the year.
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