Mariehamn Airport

EFMA / MHQ

Mariehamn, FI

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
04:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
10 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFMA 040420Z AUTO 35010KT 320V030 9999 BKN013 16/13 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 17 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,317 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Mariehamn Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 10 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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 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: Light DZRA, Mist, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light DZRA, Mist between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EFMA 040235Z 0403/0412 34008KT 9999 SCT014 TEMPO 0403/0406 4000 -DZRA BR BKN009 TEMPO 0406/0412 6000 SHRA BKN014 SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMA
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
6,243 ft 197 ft ASP 23°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFMA

13,348 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.4%
MVFR
18.2%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
7.4%

Mariehamn Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
16.4%
S
25.4%
W
7.9%
NE
7.2%
NW
11.1%
SE
7.4%
SW
15.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5°C
Range: -21°C to 24°C
-21°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,348 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mariehamn Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFMA
IATA Code: MHQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 17 ft MSL

Location

City: Mariehamn
Country: FI
Latitude: 60.122200°
Longitude: 19.898199°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,243 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mariehamn Airport

Overview

Mariehamn Airport serves the Åland Islands, a unique autonomous region between Finland and Sweden. Located at 60.122200, 19.898199, this medium-sized airport operates at a low elevation of 17 ft MSL and provides critical transportation infrastructure for the archipelago region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 50.5% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 25.9% of observations. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate with temperatures ranging from -20°C to 21°C, and an average temperature of 5.2°C. Southwest winds (225°) dominate, averaging 8.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 34 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 03/21 is 6243 feet long with an asphalted surface, oriented to maximize wind coverage. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of only 4.8 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrences (2.2% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. The runway's orientation and wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges. Pilots should anticipate southwestern wind patterns and prepare for potential moderate wind variations during arrival and departure sequences.

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.