Mariehamn Airport

EFMA / MHQ

Mariehamn, FI

Last Updated
May 15, 04:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
04:20Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
8 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFMA 150420Z AUTO 15008KT 9999 BKN006 08/07 Q1004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 17 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
617 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Mariehamn Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 8 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EFMA 150232Z 1503/1512 15008KT 9999 SCT007 TEMPO 1503/1506 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMA
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
6,243 ft 197 ft ASP 23°
4.0 kt 6.9 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 - EFMA

11,027 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.2%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
8.2%

Mariehamn Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°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: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.9%
NE
7.6%
E
10%
SE
7.5%
S
22.4%
SW
16.6%
W
8.2%
NW
10.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.1°C
Range: -21°C to 21°C
-21°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 11,027 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mariehamn Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFMA
IATA Code: MHQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 17 ft MSL

Location

City: Mariehamn
Country: FI
Latitude: 60.122200°
Longitude: 19.898199°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,243 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mariehamn Airport

Overview

Mariehamn Airport serves the Åland Islands, a unique autonomous region between Finland and Sweden. Located at 60.122200, 19.898199, this medium-sized airport operates at a low elevation of 17 ft MSL and provides critical transportation infrastructure for the archipelago region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 50.5% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 25.9% of observations. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate with temperatures ranging from -20°C to 21°C, and an average temperature of 5.2°C. Southwest winds (225°) dominate, averaging 8.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 34 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 03/21 is 6243 feet long with an asphalted surface, oriented to maximize wind coverage. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of only 4.8 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrences (2.2% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. The runway's orientation and wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges. Pilots should anticipate southwestern wind patterns and prepare for potential moderate wind variations during arrival and departure sequences.

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.