Kuressaare Airport

EEKE / URE

Kuressaare, EE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
10 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EEKE 041320Z AUTO 32010KT 280V350 9999 VCTS BKN027/// BKN043/// //////CB 20/13 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 14 ft
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,714 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,314 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kuressaare Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 10 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 EEKE 041100Z 0412/0421 30010KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 0412/0421 SCT008 SCT020CB BKN030 TEMPO 0412/0418 3000 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EKE
05
23
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 2,621 ft 98 ft ASP 59°
1.6 kt 9.9 kt
99° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
4,980 ft 98 ft ASP 180°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EEKE

13,338 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.2%
MVFR
17.8%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
6.8%

Kuressaare Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.7%
N
13.2%
S
20.3%
W
11.2%
NE
8.3%
NW
10.9%
SE
9.1%
SW
18.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -21°C to 28°C
-21°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 13,338 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kuressaare Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EEKE
IATA Code: URE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 14 ft MSL

Location

City: Kuressaare
Country: EE
Latitude: 58.229900°
Longitude: 22.509501°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,621 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,980 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kuressaare Airport

Overview

Kuressaare Airport serves the city of Kuressaare on Saaremaa Island in Estonia, providing regional aviation services as a medium-sized airport. Located at 14 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 58.229900, 22.509501, the airport features two asphalt runways supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) conditions, with 51% of recorded METARs showing VFR and an additional 24.2% in marginal VFR. Seasonal temperature variations range from -12°C to 22°C, with an average of 5.5°C, suggesting significant thermal fluctuations that pilots should anticipate. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 05/23 measuring 2,621 feet and 17/35 measuring 4,980 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 9.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots and rare calm periods (0.6% of observations). Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (0.4%).

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Runway 05/23 experiences an average crosswind of 6 knots, while runway 17/35 has a slightly lower average crosswind of 4.6 knots. Pilots should expect stable approach conditions with predictable wind patterns and high visibility.

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
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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.