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Weather Briefing
VFRKiel-Holtenau Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 18,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 7 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 8 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
|
4,134 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 82° |
↑ 6.9 kt
•
↔ 1.2 kt
10° angle
|
|
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
|
1,476 ft | 115 ft | GRS | 81° |
↑ 6.9 kt
•
↔ 1.2 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - EDHK
13,239 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kiel-Holtenau Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.
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Statistics computed from 13,239 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kiel-Holtenau Airport - Airport Information
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About Kiel-Holtenau Airport
Overview
Kiel-Holtenau Airport serves the northern German city of Kiel, located in Schleswig-Holstein near the Baltic Sea coast. Positioned at 102 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with two runways supporting both aviation and regional transportation needs.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 55.5% of the time, with marginal VFR weather occurring 24% of observations. The region experiences significant seasonal temperature variation, ranging from -8°C to 26°C, with an average temperature of 7.1°C. September, October, and November statistically offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: a 4,134-foot asphalt primary runway (08/26) and a 1,476-foot grass secondary runway (08L/26R). Prevailing winds consistently come from the southwest at 225 degrees, with an average speed of 8.3 knots and maximum recorded speeds of 25 knots. Wind conditions demonstrate minimal calm periods, with only 0.1% of observations showing no wind movement.
Approach Considerations
Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of 4.5 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility (below 3 miles). Pilots can expect minimal fog interference, with fog present in only 0.9% of observations.
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