Oulu Airport

EFOU / OUL

Oulu / Oulunsalo, FI

Last Updated
May 14, 20:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
4 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
3,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFOU 142020Z AUTO 14004KT 9999 -RA BKN031 07/06 Q1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 47 ft
BKN 3,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,147 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Oulu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3100 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 23 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: Patches Fog. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog between 19:00Z and 04:00Z.

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. 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 AMD EFOU 141953Z 1419/1518 14004KT 9999 SCT030 PROB30 1419/1504 1000 BCFG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOU
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
8,205 ft 197 ft ASP 121°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFOU

11,031 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.6%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
14.1%
LIFR
12.4%

Oulu Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.1%
NE
3.2%
E
7.1%
SE
18.7%
S
27%
SW
11.8%
W
12.6%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.1°C
Range: -28°C to 24°C
-28°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,031 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oulu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFOU
IATA Code: OUL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 47 ft MSL

Location

City: Oulu / Oulunsalo
Country: FI
Latitude: 64.930099°
Longitude: 25.354601°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 8,205 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Oulu Airport

Overview

Oulu Airport serves the northern Finnish city of Oulu, situated at 64.930099°N, 25.354601°E with an elevation of 47 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional and commercial aviation in the Ostrobothnia region, providing critical transportation infrastructure for an area characterized by challenging northern European climate conditions.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect highly variable visual flight conditions, with VFR prevailing 48.4% of the time, while MVFR, IFR, and LIFR conditions collectively represent over 50% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -28°C to 24°C, with an average of -0.1°C, indicating significant seasonal temperature fluctuations that require careful preflight planning and equipment considerations.

Notable Features

The single runway 12/30 spans 8,205 feet of asphalt surface and experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots, and rare calm conditions (0.2% of observations). Visibility consistently remains high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (3.9%).

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 presents manageable crosswind conditions, with an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots. September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes typical of the northern Finnish climate and maintain thorough meteorological briefings.

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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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.