Kaunas International Airport

EYKA / KUN

Kaunas, LT

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
03:20Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
11 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EYKA 040320Z 25011KT 9999 -RA BKN009 OVC013 14/13 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 256 ft
BKN 900 ft AGL
OVC 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,156 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,556 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Kaunas International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 11 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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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TAF EYKA 032300Z 0400/0424 25010KT 8000 BKN010 BKN015 TEMPO 0400/0408 26015G25KT 3000 SHRA BKN005 BKN015CB PROB40 TEMPO 0400/0408 1500 BECMG 0408/0409 SCT010 BKN015 TEMPO 0409/0412 29015G25KT 3000 SHRA BKN010 BKN015CB BECMG 0412/0413 BKN030 TEMPO 0413/0419 29016G30KT 3000 TSRA SCT010 BKN020CB TEMPO 0419/0422 BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+6h
IFR 290° 15 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Showers Rain
12:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKA
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
10,663 ft 148 ft ASP 85°
10.8 kt 1.9 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 - EYKA

13,364 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.7%
MVFR
18.9%
IFR
11.4%
LIFR
8.9%

Kaunas International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.1%
N
11.1%
S
15.7%
W
20%
NE
6.6%
NW
11.1%
SE
12.6%
SW
9.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -27°C to 33°C
-27°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

July April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,364 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kaunas International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EYKA
IATA Code: KUN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 256 ft MSL

Location

City: Kaunas
Country: LT
Latitude: 54.963902°
Longitude: 24.084801°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,663 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kaunas International Airport

Overview

Kaunas International Airport serves as a strategic medium-sized airport located in Lithuania, positioned at 54.963902N, 24.084801E with an elevation of 256 feet MSL. The airport operates a single runway (08/26) measuring 10,663 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surface, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations in the Kaunas region.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly variable flying conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 42.7% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 26.4% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -18°C to 27°C, with an average of 3.3°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southerly winds (180°) averaging 6.6 knots, with maximum recorded gusts of 24 knots and calm conditions present 4.4% of the time. Visibility remains consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles, with rare instances of reduced visibility and minimal fog occurrence (4.4% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of only 4.1 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions, potentially simplifying approach and landing operations during these 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.