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Weather Briefing
IFRIvalo Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (180°) at 7 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
|
8,199 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 47° |
↑ 5.4 kt
•
↔ 4.5 kt
40° angle
|
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
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2,625 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 92° |
↓ 1.2 kt
•
↔ 6.9 kt
100° angle
|
Weather Statistics - EFIV
15,145 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ivalo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, July, August.
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Statistics computed from 15,145 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Ivalo Airport - Airport Information
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About Ivalo Airport
Overview
Ivalo Airport serves the northern Finnish region of Lapland, located at 68.6073°N, 27.4053°E near the municipality of Ivalo. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalt runways, it provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote Arctic environment. The airport supports regional and national aviation needs in an area characterized by extreme northern latitude conditions.
Flying Conditions
Weather at Ivalo demonstrates significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 55.6% of the time. Temperature ranges dramatically from -36°C to 21°C, with an average temperature of -5.2°C, presenting substantial environmental challenges for aviation operations. Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 26 knots.
Notable Features
Situated at 481 feet mean sea level, Ivalo Airport features two runways: 04/22 at 8,199 feet and 08/26 at 2,625 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components (04/22 at 2.8 knots, 08/26 at 4.1 knots). The airport's high-latitude location ensures unique daylight and seasonal atmospheric conditions.
Approach Considerations
Pilots should anticipate predominantly VFR conditions, with Marginal VFR (MVFR) occurring in 24.3% of observations. Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Low IFR conditions are less frequent at 15% and 5.1% respectively. September, December, and January historically offer the most favorable visual flying conditions, providing optimal approach and departure windows.
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