Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport

EPBY / BZG

Bydgoszcz, PL

Last Updated
Jun 17, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
9 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
2,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPBY 170900Z 29009KT 260V330 9999 BKN029 16/08 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 235 ft
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,135 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 9 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 EPBY 170530Z 1706/1806 27010KT 9999 SCT040 PROB30 TEMPO 1706/1712 33010KT BKN020 BECMG 1717/1720 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBY
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
8,202 ft 196 ft CON 82°
7.8 kt 4.5 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 - EPBY

12,526 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.2%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
12.3%

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 23.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 90 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 90 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
18%
N
6.6%
S
10.7%
W
22%
NE
8.6%
NW
11.3%
SE
8.2%
SW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -18°C to 29°C
-18°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.5%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 12,526 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPBY
IATA Code: BZG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 235 ft MSL

Location

City: Bydgoszcz
Country: PL
Latitude: 53.096802°
Longitude: 17.977699°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport

Overview

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport serves the Kuyavian-Pomeranian region in northern Poland, situated at 235 ft mean sea level. The airport provides medium-level aviation services with a single runway 08/26 measuring 8,202 feet in length, supporting various civil and potential regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable visual conditions, with 45.2% VFR, 22% MVFR, 13.1% IFR, and 19.7% LIFR observations recorded. Seasonal variations are significant, with temperatures ranging from -14°C to 29°C and an average of 4.5°C, presenting potential weather challenges throughout the year. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly westerly winds at 270° with an average speed of 7.6 knots and occasional gusts up to 90 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in 7.9% of observations. The runway configuration allows for consistent wind alignment, with wind favorable 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates an average crosswind of 3.6 knots, providing relatively stable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal weather variations and prepare for potential instrument meteorological conditions, particularly during winter months when LIFR conditions are more prevalent.

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.