Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport

EFKK / KOK

Kokkola / Kruunupyy, FI

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
19:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
3 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFKK 041950Z AUTO 32003KT 290V350 9999 SCT006 M04/M04 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 84 ft
SCT 600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
684 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EFKK 041722Z 0418/0424 32010KT 9999 BKN006 BECMG 0418/0420 FEW006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:57Z BASE
+0h
IFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 600 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FKK
01
19
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 8,202 ft 197 ft ASP 11°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
51° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
2,297 ft 66 ft ASP 112°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EFKK

7,732 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.9%
MVFR
17%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
16.6%

Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.6%
NE
7.3%
E
7.8%
SE
17.4%
S
37%
SW
10.4%
W
6.6%
NW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -2°C
Range: -27°C to 24°C
-27°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.7%

Best Months for VFR

September January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,732 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFKK
IATA Code: KOK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 84 ft MSL

Location

City: Kokkola / Kruunupyy
Country: FI
Latitude: 63.721199°
Longitude: 23.143101°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport

Overview

Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport serves the Central Ostrobothnia region in western Finland, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the coastal cities of Kokkola and Pietarsaari. Located at 63.721199, 23.143101, the airport sits at an elevation of 84 ft MSL and operates as a medium-sized airport with two asphalt runways supporting regional and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EFKK demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 51.2% of the time and instrument conditions present 30.9% of observations. The airport experiences a broad temperature range from -25°C to 24°C, with an average temperature of 0.9°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at 180°, with an average speed of 7.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 01/19 at 8,202 feet and Runway 11/29 at 2,297 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 01/19 experiencing an average crosswind of 3.6 knots and Runway 11/29 averaging 5.2 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal considerations indicate September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate minimal fog (5.2% of observations) and prepare for potential southern wind influences. The well-aligned runways and consistent wind patterns provide predictable approach and departure conditions for most aircraft types.

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.