Vaasa Airport

EFVA / VAA

Vaasa, FI

Last Updated
Jun 10, 07:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
07:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
8 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFVA 100750Z AUTO 16008KT 9999 -RA FEW008 BKN046 14/13 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
819 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,619 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vaasa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 8 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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: Light Rain, Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 06:00Z and 07:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 07:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions 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 EFVA 100536Z 1006/1106 20008KT 9999 -RA BKN030 PROB30 TEMPO 1006/1007 FEW025CB TEMPO 1007/1009 SHRA BKN008 FEW025CB PROB30 1011/1018 21015G27KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain
11:00Z PROB30
+4h
VFR 210° 15 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FVA
11
29
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 4,921 ft 0 ft ASP
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
160° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
8,727 ft 157 ft ASP 163°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFVA

12,324 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63%
MVFR
15%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
9.1%

Vaasa Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.7%
NE
6.1%
E
7.7%
SE
16.4%
S
23.2%
SW
14.3%
W
13.2%
NW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.1°C
Range: -27°C to 24°C
-27°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

May April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 12,324 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vaasa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFVA
IATA Code: VAA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Vaasa
Country: FI
Latitude: 63.050701°
Longitude: 21.762199°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 8,727 ft
Width: 157 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vaasa Airport

Overview

Vaasa Airport serves the western coastal region of Finland, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the Ostrobothnia region. Located at 63.050701, 21.762199 and elevated at 19 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations. The airport features two asphalt runways capable of handling diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Vaasa Airport are characterized by significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 51% of the time. Temperature ranges from -22°C to 24°C, averaging 2.1°C, which creates potential for challenging winter operations. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at 180° with an average speed of 7.4 knots, occasionally reaching maximum gusts of 33 knots.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 16/34 and 11/29 offering 100% favorable wind conditions. The airport experiences minimal calm wind periods, with only 0.6% of observations showing no wind movement. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in 4.9% of observations and rare instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate consistent crosswind conditions, averaging 5 knots on runway 11/29 and 4.2 knots on runway 16/34. September, January, and October represent the most favorable months for Visual Flight Rules operations. Low Instrument Flight Rules (LIFR) conditions occur in 11.4% of observations, suggesting potential need for instrument approach planning during certain periods.

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.