Karlovy Vary Airport

LKKV / KLV

Karlovy Vary, CZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
2 kt
110°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKKV 040200Z 11002KT CAVOK M01/M02 Q1026

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF LKKV 032300Z 0400/0424 VRB02KT CAVOK TEMPO 0400/0408 5000 BR SCT003 PROB30 TEMPO 0400/0406 1400 MIFG BR BKN002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

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°
2.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
2,624 ft 59 ft grass 110°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKKV

6,072 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.5%
MVFR
23.2%
IFR
14.6%
LIFR
24.7%

Karlovy Vary Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 39.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 16.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
11.1%
E
21.3%
SE
12.1%
S
5.4%
SW
8.4%
W
30.6%
NW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.7°C
Range: -15°C to 28°C
-15°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 16.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

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 6,072 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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

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.