Kraków John Paul II International Airport

EPKK / KRK

Balice, PL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
16 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPKK 041000Z 29016KT 260V330 9999 SCT045 18/07 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 791 ft
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,291 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kraków John Paul II International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 16 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 18 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 EPKK 040830Z 0409/0509 27016KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 0409/0416 30018G30KT BECMG 0417/0420 22004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 220° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PKK
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
8,366 ft 196 ft CON 78°
12.3 kt 10.3 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 - EPKK

13,336 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
11.2%
LIFR
9.1%

Kraków John Paul II International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
12%
N
6.5%
S
3.5%
W
24.7%
NE
25.1%
NW
5.9%
SE
1%
SW
20.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -14°C to 36°C
-14°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.6%

Best Months for VFR

July May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,336 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kraków John Paul II International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPKK
IATA Code: KRK
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 791 ft MSL

Location

City: Balice
Country: PL
Latitude: 50.077702°
Longitude: 19.784800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,366 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Kraków John Paul II International Airport

Overview

Kraków John Paul II International Airport serves as a key regional airport located in Balice, Poland, serving the Małopolska region and the city of Kraków. Situated at an elevation of 791 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations in southern Poland.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 791 ft MSL indicates a relatively moderate terrain environment that can experience varied seasonal weather conditions typical of central European climate. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's geographic location, with the single runway (07/25) oriented to accommodate prevailing wind directions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway measuring 8,366 feet in length, capable of handling large commercial aircraft and providing substantial operational flexibility. Its geographic coordinates (50.077702, 19.784800) place it in a region with potential terrain considerations, requiring careful navigation and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers a substantial landing surface at 8,366 feet, providing ample space for most commercial and larger aircraft types. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during approach, utilizing the runway's orientation to optimize landing performance based on current meteorological conditions.

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.