Karlovy Vary Airport

LKKV / KLV

Karlovy Vary, CZ

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKKV 142200Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW001 02/02 Q0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,989 ft
FEW 100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,089 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Karlovy Vary Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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: Showers Rain, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist between 23:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 LKKV 141700Z 1418/1518 VRB02KT 9999 SCT035 PROB40 TEMPO 1418/1420 8000 SHRA BKN030 PROB30 TEMPO 1423/1505 2500 BR BKN004 BECMG 1505/1507 26006KT TEMPO 1511/1518 7000 SHRA SCT030TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1517 4000 TSRA BKN025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
05:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 260° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKV
11
29
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 7,054 ft 98 ft ASP 113° No wind data
12/30 2,624 ft 59 ft grass 110° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKKV

8,669 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.2%
MVFR
20.9%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
17.8%

Karlovy Vary Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.1%
NE
11.7%
E
21%
SE
11.5%
S
4.9%
SW
9.1%
W
28.5%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.2°C
Range: -15°C to 28°C
-15°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.5%

Best Months for VFR

March April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,669 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Karlovy Vary Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKKV
IATA Code: KLV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,989 ft MSL

Location

City: Karlovy Vary
Country: CZ
Latitude: 50.202999°
Longitude: 12.915000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,054 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Karlovy Vary Airport

Overview

Karlovy Vary Airport serves the spa city of Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic, situated at an elevation of 1,989 feet MSL. The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway (11/29) of 7,054 feet and a secondary grass runway (12/30) of 2,624 feet. It is classified as a medium airport and supports various aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Karlovy Vary Airport demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions occurring 41.8% of the time. Pilots can expect a prevailing westerly wind at an average of 5.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Temperature ranges from -15°C to 28°C, and fog is present in 16.1% of observations, which may impact visibility during certain periods.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment. The terrain surrounding Karlovy Vary Airport likely presents typical Central European landscape characteristics, with potential terrain variations that pilots should consider during approach and departure. The airport's location suggests potential for terrain-induced wind patterns and localized weather phenomena.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for operations. Both runways experience minimal crosswind, with average crosswind components of 2.8 knots for runway 11/29 and 3.2 knots for runway 12/30. Pilots should prepare for potential visibility restrictions and be aware of the airport's elevation when planning approaches.

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.