Mikkeli Airport

EFMI / MIK

Mikkeli, FI

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
12 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFMI 040920Z AUTO 26012KT 9999 FEW043 01/M02 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 329 ft
FEW 4,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,629 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMI
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
5,584 ft 144 ft ASP 113°
10.4 kt 6.0 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 - EFMI

7,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.6%
MVFR
20.6%
IFR
24.6%
LIFR
19.2%

Mikkeli Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 43.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
6.5%
E
11.9%
SE
12.9%
S
18.4%
SW
12.3%
W
23.1%
NW
9%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.8°C
Range: -28°C to 22°C
-28°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mikkeli Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFMI
IATA Code: MIK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 329 ft MSL

Location

City: Mikkeli
Country: FI
Latitude: 61.686600°
Longitude: 27.201799°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,584 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mikkeli Airport

Overview

Mikkeli Airport serves the Central Finland region, situated at 61.686600N, 27.201799E with an elevation of 329 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Mikkeli area, supporting regional transportation and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mikkeli Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) present 35.2% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) occurring in 43% of observations. Temperature ranges extensively from -25°C to 22°C, with an average of 1.4°C, indicating potential icing and temperature-related challenges throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 11/29, measuring 5,584 feet with an asphalt surface. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 6.1 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 22 knots and calm conditions occurring 2.6% of the time. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog events at 3.2%.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 3.5 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions. The relatively low calm wind percentage suggests predictable wind behavior for most operations.

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.