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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
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8,202 ft | 197 ft | ASP | 67° |
↑ 7.9 kt
•
↔ 1.4 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - EFLP
7,829 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Lappeenranta Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 44.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.
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Statistics computed from 7,829 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Lappeenranta Airport - Airport Information
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About Lappeenranta Airport
Overview
Lappeenranta Airport serves southeastern Finland, located at 61.044601, 28.144743 with an elevation of 349 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lappeenranta region, situated in a strategically important southeastern Finnish location.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Lappeenranta demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules distributed across VFR (35.1%), MVFR (19.8%), IFR (18.4%), and LIFR (26.6%) categories. Temperature ranges extensively from -22°C to 23°C, with an average of 1.8°C, indicating potential significant thermal and visibility challenges throughout the year.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (06/24) measuring 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180°, averaging 6.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 21 knots, and rare calm conditions (0.3% occurrence).
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.3 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions, with standard visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (5.5%).
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