Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

EKRK / RKE

Roskilde, DK

Last Updated
May 15, 03:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
03:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKRK 150320Z AUTO 20004KT 9999 NCD 04/03 Q0998

Weather Briefing

VFR

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EKRK 150227Z 1503/1512 18008KT 9999 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KRK
03
21 ✈️
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,921 ft 105 ft ASP 30°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
11/29 5,709 ft 105 ft ASP 116°
0.4 kt 4.0 kt
84° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKRK

11,041 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.9%
MVFR
26%
IFR
11.2%
LIFR
9.9%

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.7%
NE
5.4%
E
16.8%
SE
18.4%
S
14.6%
SW
13.1%
W
15.6%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -15°C to 24°C
-15°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,041 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKRK
IATA Code: RKE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 146 ft MSL

Location

City: Roskilde
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.585602°
Longitude: 12.131400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 5,709 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

Overview

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport serves as a key regional airport located west of Copenhagen, Denmark. Positioned at 146 ft mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Zealand region. With two asphalted runways accommodating various aircraft types, EKRK supports general aviation, business, and training operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Roskilde demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevalent 50% of the time. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 24°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at an average of 8.5 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 25 knots and only 1.6% calm conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways oriented at different angles, offering flexibility in wind conditions. Runway 03/21 measures 4,921 feet, while Runway 11/29 extends to 5,709 feet, providing substantial length for most general aviation and light commercial aircraft. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.8 and 5.1 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, with optimal flying conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (less than 3 miles). Fog occurs in 4.5% of observations, suggesting occasional marginal conditions that require careful pre-flight planning and weather monitoring.

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.