Turku Airport

EFTU / TKU

Turku, FI

Last Updated
Jul 5, 00:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
00:50Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
3 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFTU 050050Z AUTO 01003KT 340V050 9999 BKN005 BKN017 14/14 Q1004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 161 ft
BKN 500 ft AGL
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
661 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,861 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Turku Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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. 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: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 08:00Z and 19:00Z.

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. 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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Raw TAF
TAF EFTU 042332Z 0500/0524 35004KT CAVOK TEMPO 0500/0506 BKN004 PROB30 0500/0503 1500 BR BECMG 0506/0508 SCT025CB TEMPO 0508/0519 5000 TSRA BECMG 0519/0521 SCT005 BECMG 0521/0523 1000 BR BKN002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR
08:00Z TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FTU
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
8,202 ft 197 ft ASP 85°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFTU

13,353 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
15.2%
IFR
11.9%
LIFR
12.4%

Turku Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 24.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.6%
N
6.8%
S
15.7%
W
13.5%
NE
7.2%
NW
12.1%
SE
10.5%
SW
17.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -25°C to 28°C
-25°C 28°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,353 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Turku Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFTU
IATA Code: TKU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 161 ft MSL

Location

City: Turku
Country: FI
Latitude: 60.514099°
Longitude: 22.262800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Turku Airport

Overview

Turku Airport serves the southwest Finland region, located near the city of Turku at an elevation of 161 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 8,202 feet, it supports regional and general aviation operations in the Finnish archipelago area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate varied flying conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 46.4% of recorded periods. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, ranging from -24°C to 24°C, with an average temperature of 3.5°C. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering more stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's wind profile is characterized by consistent easterly winds (90° direction) averaging 7.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 21 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in only 0.5% of observations, suggesting generally predictable wind patterns. Visibility remains consistently high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. The average crosswind component is moderate at 4.3 knots, providing comfortable approach and landing conditions for most aircraft. Pilots should anticipate relatively stable approach conditions, particularly during the recommended VFR months.

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.