Kuressaare Airport

EEKE / URE

Kuressaare, EE

Last Updated
May 14, 18:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
18:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
5,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EEKE 141820Z AUTO 09005KT 9999 BKN054/// OVC063/// 09/08 Q1003 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 14 ft
BKN 5,400 ft AGL
OVC 6,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,414 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,314 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kuressaare Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 5 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 9 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, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 16:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.

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. 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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (14 ft)
Pressure Alt
322 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -395 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EEKE 141400Z 1415/1424 13014KT 9999 BKN045 TEMPO 1416/1419 3000 SHRA SCT015 SCT030CB PROB30 TEMPO 1416/1418 TSRA TEMPO 1419/1424 3000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
19:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EKE
05 ✈️
23
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
2,621 ft 98 ft ASP 59°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
17/35 4,980 ft 98 ft ASP 180°
0.0 kt 5.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EEKE

11,017 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.8%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
13%
LIFR
7.7%

Kuressaare Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.7%
NE
9.3%
E
8.2%
SE
8.4%
S
22.2%
SW
18%
W
10%
NW
9.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.3°C
Range: -21°C to 22°C
-21°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,017 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kuressaare Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EEKE
IATA Code: URE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 14 ft MSL

Location

City: Kuressaare
Country: EE
Latitude: 58.229900°
Longitude: 22.509501°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,621 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,980 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kuressaare Airport

Overview

Kuressaare Airport serves the city of Kuressaare on Saaremaa Island in Estonia, providing regional aviation services as a medium-sized airport. Located at 14 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 58.229900, 22.509501, the airport features two asphalt runways supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) conditions, with 51% of recorded METARs showing VFR and an additional 24.2% in marginal VFR. Seasonal temperature variations range from -12°C to 22°C, with an average of 5.5°C, suggesting significant thermal fluctuations that pilots should anticipate. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 05/23 measuring 2,621 feet and 17/35 measuring 4,980 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 9.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots and rare calm periods (0.6% of observations). Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (0.4%).

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Runway 05/23 experiences an average crosswind of 6 knots, while runway 17/35 has a slightly lower average crosswind of 4.6 knots. Pilots should expect stable approach conditions with predictable wind patterns and high visibility.

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
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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.