Warsaw Chopin Airport

EPWA / WAW

Warsaw, PL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 03:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
03:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPWA 040330Z VRB01KT CAVOK M00/M02 Q1024 NOSIG
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (362 ft)
Pressure Alt
40 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,673 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EPWA 040230Z 0403/0503 VRB02KT CAVOK TEMPO 0404/0408 4000 BR BECMG 0408/0411 29010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
04:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist
08:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 290° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PWA
11
29
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 9,186 ft 164 ft ASPH 115° No wind data
15/33 12,106 ft 196 ft ASPH 152° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPWA

7,670 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
44.1%
MVFR
22.3%
IFR
20.2%
LIFR
13.5%

Warsaw Chopin Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 44.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
7.1%
E
18.1%
SE
21%
S
11.7%
SW
8.6%
W
22.4%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.2°C
Range: -19°C to 31°C
-19°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,670 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Warsaw Chopin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPWA
IATA Code: WAW
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 362 ft MSL

Location

City: Warsaw
Country: PL
Latitude: 52.165699°
Longitude: 20.967100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 12,106 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Warsaw Chopin Airport

Overview

Warsaw Chopin Airport serves as Poland's primary international aviation gateway, located in the capital city at 52.165699N, 20.967100E. As a large airport situated at 362 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical infrastructure for both commercial passenger and cargo operations in Central Europe.

Flying Conditions

Warsaw's airport experiences variable weather conditions typical of a continental climate, with potential significant seasonal temperature variations affecting aircraft performance. The airport's elevation at 362 ft MSL and geographic position suggest potential wind shifts and moderate atmospheric stability throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways: Runway 11/29 measuring 9,186 feet and Runway 15/33 extending 12,106 feet. These extensive runway lengths provide operational flexibility for a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large wide-body international carriers.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will likely depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the longer 15/33 runway offering enhanced operational capabilities for heavier aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios given the airport's two perpendicular runway configurations, which provide multiple approach options based on meteorological 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.