Copernicus Wrocław Airport

EPWR / WRO

Wrocław, PL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
19 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
3,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPWR 041000Z 28019KT 9999 BKN039 19/09 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 404 ft
BKN 3,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,304 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Copernicus Wrocław Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 19 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 23:00Z and 09:00Z.

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 EPWR 040830Z 0409/0509 29018KT 9999 BKN036 TEMPO 0409/0418 29020G30KT BECMG 0421/0423 28008KT TEMPO 0423/0509 -SHRA BKN010 BKN018CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,600 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 280° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PWR
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,212 ft 147 ft CONC-ASPH 116°
18.7 kt 3.3 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 - EPWR

13,325 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.2%
MVFR
16%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
5.2%

Copernicus Wrocław Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.5%
N
6.7%
S
8.6%
W
24.5%
NE
4.8%
NW
12.4%
SE
18.5%
SW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -13°C to 38°C
-13°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9%

Best Months for VFR

June April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,325 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Copernicus Wrocław Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPWR
IATA Code: WRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 404 ft MSL

Location

City: Wrocław
Country: PL
Latitude: 51.103719°
Longitude: 16.882096°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,212 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CONC-ASPH
ILS: No

About Copernicus Wrocław Airport

Overview

Copernicus Wrocław Airport serves the city of Wrocław in southwestern Poland, operating as a medium-sized regional airport at 404 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 51.103719, 16.882096, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Lower Silesia's transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EPWR demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 61% of observations. Seasonal temperature ranges from -13°C to 32°C create diverse flying environments, with pilots experiencing most predictable conditions during September, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete-asphalt runway (11/29) measuring 8,212 feet, offering substantial operational flexibility. Wind patterns consistently favor southeast directions at 135°, with an average speed of 7.5 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots, presenting moderate wind challenge scenarios for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with a 100% compatible wind orientation and modest average crosswind of 3.3 knots. Pilots can expect generally good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence at 12.2% and extremely rare instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.