Kaunas International Airport

EYKA / KUN

Kaunas, LT

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
11 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EYKA 050720Z 28011KT 9999 SCT019 18/14 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 256 ft
SCT 1,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,156 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kaunas International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 11 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EYKA 050511Z 0506/0606 26013KT 9000 BKN015 TEMPO 0506/0509 27015G25KT BKN010 TEMPO 0509/0517 26020G30KT 3000 SHRA SCT015CB PROB30 TEMPO 0509/0517 1500 TSRA BKN010 TEMPO 0517/0521 3000 SHRA BKN010 SCT015CB BECMG 0521/0522 BKN005 SCT015CB TEMPO 0522/0604 3000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 13 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR 260° 20 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Showers Rain
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
17:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKA
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
10,663 ft 148 ft ASP 85°
10.3 kt 3.8 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EYKA

13,364 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.7%
MVFR
18.9%
IFR
11.4%
LIFR
8.9%

Kaunas International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.1%
N
11.1%
S
15.7%
W
20%
NE
6.6%
NW
11.1%
SE
12.6%
SW
9.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -27°C to 33°C
-27°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

July April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,364 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kaunas International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EYKA
IATA Code: KUN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 256 ft MSL

Location

City: Kaunas
Country: LT
Latitude: 54.963902°
Longitude: 24.084801°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,663 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kaunas International Airport

Overview

Kaunas International Airport serves as a strategic medium-sized airport located in Lithuania, positioned at 54.963902N, 24.084801E with an elevation of 256 feet MSL. The airport operates a single runway (08/26) measuring 10,663 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surface, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations in the Kaunas region.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly variable flying conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 42.7% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 26.4% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -18°C to 27°C, with an average of 3.3°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southerly winds (180°) averaging 6.6 knots, with maximum recorded gusts of 24 knots and calm conditions present 4.4% of the time. Visibility remains consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles, with rare instances of reduced visibility and minimal fog occurrence (4.4% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of only 4.1 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions, potentially simplifying approach and landing operations during these months.

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.