Turku Airport

EFTU / TKU

Turku, FI

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
03:50Z

🌅 Dawn
LIFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
3 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFTU 050350Z AUTO 01003KT 330V050 9999 BKN003 14/13 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 161 ft
BKN 300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
461 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Turku Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is very low at 300 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 08:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 23:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EFTU 050230Z 0503/0603 33004KT CAVOK TEMPO 0503/0506 BKN004 BECMG 0506/0508 SCT025CB TEMPO 0508/0519 5000 TSRA BECMG 0519/0521 SCT005 BECMG 0521/0523 1000 BR BKN005 TEMPO 0523/0603 0500 FG VV001
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR
08:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FTU
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
8,202 ft 197 ft ASP 85°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFTU

13,353 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
15.2%
IFR
11.9%
LIFR
12.4%

Turku Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 24.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.6%
N
6.8%
S
15.7%
W
13.5%
NE
7.2%
NW
12.1%
SE
10.5%
SW
17.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -25°C to 28°C
-25°C 28°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,353 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Turku Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFTU
IATA Code: TKU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 161 ft MSL

Location

City: Turku
Country: FI
Latitude: 60.514099°
Longitude: 22.262800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Turku Airport

Overview

Turku Airport serves the southwest Finland region, located near the city of Turku at an elevation of 161 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 8,202 feet, it supports regional and general aviation operations in the Finnish archipelago area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate varied flying conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 46.4% of recorded periods. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, ranging from -24°C to 24°C, with an average temperature of 3.5°C. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering more stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's wind profile is characterized by consistent easterly winds (90° direction) averaging 7.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 21 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in only 0.5% of observations, suggesting generally predictable wind patterns. Visibility remains consistently high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. The average crosswind component is moderate at 4.3 knots, providing comfortable approach and landing conditions for most aircraft. Pilots should anticipate relatively stable approach conditions, particularly during the recommended VFR 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.