Kraków John Paul II International Airport

EPKK / KRK

Balice, PL

Last Updated
May 15, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPKK 150730Z 05004KT 9999 SCT066 11/08 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 791 ft
SCT 6,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,391 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kraków John Paul II International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 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: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Showers Rain, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 25 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 23:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EPKK 150530Z 1506/1606 05005KT 9999 BKN060 TEMPO 1506/1510 14010KT 4500 -SHRA SCT030CB BECMG 1510/1513 21012KT TEMPO 1510/1523 23015G28KT 4000 TSRA SCT040CB PROB40 TEMPO 1512/1519 VRB25G42KT 2000 TSRA BKN030CB BECMG 1523/1602 05005KT 4000 BR BKN006 TEMPO 1523/1606 2000 SHRA BR BKN004 BKN011CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
10:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 210° 12 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR 230° 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain
12:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+5h
IFR VRB 25 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PKK
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
8,366 ft 196 ft CON 78°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPKK

11,018 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.9%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
10.7%

Kraków John Paul II International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.6%
N
6.3%
S
3.4%
W
23.3%
NE
27.7%
NW
4.9%
SE
0.9%
SW
19.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -14°C to 30°C
-14°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.3%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,018 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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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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.