Kärdla Airport

EEKA / KDL

Kärdla, EE

Last Updated
Jun 17, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
19 kt
300° G31 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EEKA 171220Z AUTO 30019G31KT 9999 SCT200/// 16/11 Q1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 18 ft
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,018 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kärdla Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 19 knots with gusts to 31 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 11 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations.

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 EEKA 171100Z 1712/1721 30015G25KT 9999 SCT015 BKN045 TEMPO 1712/1718 30018G32KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EKA
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
4,987 ft 98 ft ASP 147°
17.9 kt 6.5 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 - EEKA

12,479 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
12%
LIFR
7.8%

Kärdla Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.3%
N
9.3%
S
27.4%
W
7.7%
NE
4.3%
NW
11.5%
SE
12.6%
SW
18.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.6°C
Range: -22°C to 24°C
-22°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

May April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 12,479 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kärdla Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EEKA
IATA Code: KDL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Kärdla
Country: EE
Latitude: 58.990799°
Longitude: 22.830700°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 4,987 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kärdla Airport

Overview

Kärdla Airport serves the island of Hiiumaa in Estonia, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this remote coastal region. Located at an elevation of 18 ft MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its 4,987 ft asphalted runway 14/32.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 47.5% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions comprising an additional 42.3% of observations. Temperature variations range from -15°C to 23°C, with an average of 5.3°C, indicating significant seasonal temperature fluctuations that may impact aircraft performance.

Notable Features

The airport experiences prevailing southerly winds at an average of 8.1 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 39 knots. The geographical location on an Estonian coastal island suggests potential for rapidly changing maritime weather conditions and wind patterns that pilots should carefully monitor.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, offering optimal approach and departure conditions for pilots operating at this coastal airport.

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.