Topeka Regional Airport

KFOE / FOE

Topeka, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:13Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
13:13Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
11 kt
210°
4 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KFOE 041313Z 21011KT 4SM RA BR BKN100 BKN120 21/19 A3005 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT ALQDS TSE08 P0003 T02060189 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,078 ft
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
BKN 12,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,078 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,078 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Topeka Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 11 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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 23 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 Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,078 ft)
Pressure Alt
936 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,915 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFOE 041318Z 0413/0512 18008KT 6SM -TSRA BR SCT070CB BKN100 TEMPO 0414/0415 VRB15G30KT 2SM TSRA BKN040CB FM041530 VRB05KT P6SM BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
14:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
15:00Z FM041530
+2h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOE
03
21 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
7,000 ft 150 ft CON 39°
11.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
13/31 12,802 ft 200 ft CON 137°
3.2 kt 10.5 kt
73° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFOE

8,327 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.7%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
4.2%

Topeka Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 10%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.2%
N
14%
S
24.4%
W
4.6%
NE
7.4%
NW
11.5%
SE
12.7%
SW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.7°C
Range: -23°C to 35°C
-23°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

July September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,327 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Topeka Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFOE
IATA Code: FOE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,078 ft MSL

Location

City: Topeka
Country: US
Latitude: 38.950901°
Longitude: -95.663597°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 12,802 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Topeka Regional Airport

Overview

Topeka Regional Airport serves the capital city of Kansas as a medium-sized airport strategically located in the central United States. Situated at an elevation of 1,078 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Topeka metropolitan area, supporting various aviation activities and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 78.2% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 8.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 33°C, which can impact aircraft performance and operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: 03/21 at 7,000 feet and 13/31 at 12,802 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring in only 2% of observations). Fog is present in 4.6% of recorded meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.5 knots for runway 03/21 and 4.6 knots for runway 13/31. September, January, and October represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots planning operations at Topeka Regional Airport.

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.