Olsztyn-Mazury Airport

EPSY / SZY

Szymany, PL

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
9 kt
150°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPSY 150830Z 15009KT 080V220 CAVOK 19/05 Q1001

Weather Briefing

VFR

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 9 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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 Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EPSY 150830Z 1509/1518 13010KT CAVOK TEMPO 1510/1518 15015G25KT 6000 -SHRA BKN040TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1513/1518 4000 TSRA BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
10:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR 150° 15 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
13:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSY
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
8,202 ft 147 ft CON 19°
6.9 kt 5.8 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 - EPSY

10,995 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.5%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
13.6%
LIFR
17.4%

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 6%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.5%
N
12.7%
S
17.7%
W
10.1%
NE
9.6%
NW
11%
SE
9%
SW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3°C
Range: -27°C to 27°C
-27°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.2%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,995 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPSY
IATA Code: SZY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 463 ft MSL

Location

City: Szymany
Country: PL
Latitude: 53.481899°
Longitude: 20.937700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Olsztyn-Mazury Airport

Overview

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport serves the Warmian-Masurian region in northeastern Poland, located near the village of Szymany. Situated at 463 ft above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Olsztyn and Mazury area, connecting the region with broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EPSY demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules distributed across VFR (38.3%), MVFR (20.2%), IFR (17.5%), and LIFR (24%) categories. Temperature ranges dramatically from -21°C to 27°C, with an average of 3.2°C, indicating substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must anticipate. September, October, and November consistently offer the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 01/19 spans 8,202 feet and is constructed of concrete, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots and calm conditions occurring 5.2% of the time. The surrounding terrain likely reflects the characteristic landscape of the Mazury region, featuring lakes and forested areas.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.5 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in 10.1% of observations. Pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility scenarios, particularly during winter months when LIFR conditions are more prevalent.

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.