Karlovy Vary Airport

LKKV / KLV

Karlovy Vary, CZ

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
3 kt
100°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKKV 180730Z 10003KT 050V140 CAVOK 14/03 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Karlovy Vary Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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 Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

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 LKKV 180500Z 1806/1906 11006KT CAVOK TEMPO 1812/1906 8000 -SHRA SCT040TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1815/1821 30012KT 4000 SHRA SCT025CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Light Showers Rain
15:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+8h
IFR 300° 12 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKV
11 ✈️
29
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
7,054 ft 98 ft ASP 113°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
2,624 ft 59 ft grass 110°
2.8 kt 1.0 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 - LKKV

7,685 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
46%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
20.1%

Karlovy Vary Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 46% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 32.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 15.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 3.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
11.5%
E
21.2%
SE
11.9%
S
5.1%
SW
8.6%
W
28.8%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.4°C
Range: -15°C to 28°C
-15°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 15.3%

Best Months for VFR

March April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,685 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Karlovy Vary Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKKV
IATA Code: KLV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,989 ft MSL

Location

City: Karlovy Vary
Country: CZ
Latitude: 50.202999°
Longitude: 12.915000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,054 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Karlovy Vary Airport

Overview

Karlovy Vary Airport serves the spa city of Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic, situated at an elevation of 1,989 feet MSL. The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway (11/29) of 7,054 feet and a secondary grass runway (12/30) of 2,624 feet. It is classified as a medium airport and supports various aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Karlovy Vary Airport demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions occurring 41.8% of the time. Pilots can expect a prevailing westerly wind at an average of 5.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Temperature ranges from -15°C to 28°C, and fog is present in 16.1% of observations, which may impact visibility during certain periods.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment. The terrain surrounding Karlovy Vary Airport likely presents typical Central European landscape characteristics, with potential terrain variations that pilots should consider during approach and departure. The airport's location suggests potential for terrain-induced wind patterns and localized weather phenomena.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for operations. Both runways experience minimal crosswind, with average crosswind components of 2.8 knots for runway 11/29 and 3.2 knots for runway 12/30. Pilots should prepare for potential visibility restrictions and be aware of the airport's elevation when planning approaches.

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.