Rovaniemi Airport

EFRO / RVN

Rovaniemi, FI

Last Updated
May 15, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFRO 151220Z AUTO VRB04KT 9999 FEW041 13/03 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 642 ft
FEW 4,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,742 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rovaniemi Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 EFRO 151125Z 1512/1612 16007KT 9999 SCT045 BECMG 1607/1609 03010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRO
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 9,849 ft 197 ft ASP 37° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFRO

11,029 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
15.1%
LIFR
27.2%

Rovaniemi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 42.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.1% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.2%
N
10.5%
S
18.3%
W
8.6%
NE
7.3%
NW
8.3%
SE
8.3%
SW
26.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.6°C
Range: -32°C to 21°C
-32°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.1%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,029 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rovaniemi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFRO
IATA Code: RVN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 642 ft MSL

Location

City: Rovaniemi
Country: FI
Latitude: 66.564796°
Longitude: 25.830400°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,849 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rovaniemi Airport

Overview

Rovaniemi Airport serves as a critical transportation hub in northern Finland, located at 66.564796°N, 25.830400°E near the Arctic Circle. Situated at 642 feet above mean sea level, the airport handles regional and international traffic in a challenging subarctic environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Rovaniemi are highly variable, with significant instrument flight rules (IFR) and low instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions dominating 48.8% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -32°C to 21°C, with an average of -3.7°C, presenting potential icing and cold-weather operational challenges for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (03/21) measuring 9,849 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Prevailing southwestern winds at an average of 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts up to 24 knots, characterize the local wind environment, which can significantly impact approach and departure strategies.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots. September, December, and January represent the most consistent visual flight rules (VFR) months, though pilots should anticipate frequent instrument meteorological conditions and prepare accordingly with appropriate equipment and ratings.

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.