Akureyri Airport

BIAR / AEY

Akureyri, IS

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
5 kt
230° G25 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BIAR 040900Z 23005G25KT 170V270 9999 -SHRA SCT033 03/M05 Q0991

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6 ft
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,306 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF BIAR 040736Z 0409/0509 20015G25KT 9999 BKN060 TX02/0414Z TNM04/0503Z BECMG 0412/0414 20008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 200° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IAR
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 355°
3.8 kt 3.2 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 - BIAR

4,029 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.8%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
3.2%

Akureyri Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 17°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.1%
NE
4.6%
E
4.2%
SE
11.2%
S
38.4%
SW
4.8%
W
3.6%
NW
16.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.9°C
Range: -16°C to 17°C
-16°C 17°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

February March September

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 4,029 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akureyri Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BIAR
IATA Code: AEY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6 ft MSL

Location

City: Akureyri
Country: IS
Latitude: 65.656573°
Longitude: -18.072018°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Akureyri Airport

Overview

Akureyri Airport serves the northern Icelandic region, located at 65.6°N latitude with an elevation of 6 ft MSL. Positioned in a strategic location near the city of Akureyri, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and serves as a critical aviation gateway in northern Iceland.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions (71.9%), with good overall visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 17°C, with an average of 1.9°C, presenting potential challenges for aircraft performance and icing considerations. Winds are primarily southerly at 8.3 knots average, with occasional gusts up to 33 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 is 7,874 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing capacity for regional and medium-sized aircraft. Geographically situated in a northern latitude, the airport experiences unique climatic conditions typical of Iceland's coastal regions, with potential rapid weather transitions characteristic of the North Atlantic environment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of just 3.6 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions, while being prepared for potential IFR scenarios that occur in approximately 10% of observations. Minimal fog occurrences (1.9%) suggest generally reliable visual reference 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

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.