Kraków John Paul II International Airport

EPKK / KRK

Balice, PL

Last Updated
May 15, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
19:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
260°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPKK 151900Z 26004KT CAVOK 12/08 Q1002

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kraków John Paul II International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Rain, Mist, Light Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 22:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 10:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EPKK 151730Z 1518/1618 27005KT 9999 SCT050 PROB30 TEMPO 1518/1522 -SHRA BKN040CB BECMG 1522/1601 4000 BR BKN006 TEMPO 1522/1610 2000 RA BR BKN004 BKN006 BECMG 1610/1612 02010KT 9999 BKN020 TEMPO 1610/1618 -RA BKN014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:18Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z BECMG
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist
22:00Z TEMPO
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PKK
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
8,366 ft 196 ft CON 78°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPKK

11,018 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.9%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
10.7%

Kraków John Paul II International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.6%
N
6.3%
S
3.4%
W
23.3%
NE
27.7%
NW
4.9%
SE
0.9%
SW
19.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -14°C to 30°C
-14°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.3%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,018 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kraków John Paul II International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPKK
IATA Code: KRK
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 791 ft MSL

Location

City: Balice
Country: PL
Latitude: 50.077702°
Longitude: 19.784800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,366 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Kraków John Paul II International Airport

Overview

Kraków John Paul II International Airport serves as a key regional airport located in Balice, Poland, serving the Małopolska region and the city of Kraków. Situated at an elevation of 791 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations in southern Poland.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 791 ft MSL indicates a relatively moderate terrain environment that can experience varied seasonal weather conditions typical of central European climate. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's geographic location, with the single runway (07/25) oriented to accommodate prevailing wind directions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway measuring 8,366 feet in length, capable of handling large commercial aircraft and providing substantial operational flexibility. Its geographic coordinates (50.077702, 19.784800) place it in a region with potential terrain considerations, requiring careful navigation and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers a substantial landing surface at 8,366 feet, providing ample space for most commercial and larger aircraft types. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during approach, utilizing the runway's orientation to optimize landing performance based on current meteorological conditions.

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.