Savonlinna Airport

EFSA / SVL

Savonlinna, FI

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
10 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EFSA 041020Z AUTO 28010KT 9999 BKN016 02/M01 Q0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 311 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,911 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EFSA 040832Z 0409/0418 27009KT 9999 BKN013 BECMG 0409/0412 BKN015 TEMPO 0412/0415 BKN014 BECMG 0415/0417 2500 -SN BKN005 TEMPO 0417/0418 4000 BKN004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Snow
17:00Z TEMPO
+7h
LIFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 400 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FSA
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 126°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - EFSA

7,730 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
36.6%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
23.3%
LIFR
16.4%

Savonlinna Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 36.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 39.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
6.3%
E
8.5%
SE
10.9%
S
19.5%
SW
16.5%
W
13.3%
NW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -2°C
Range: -30°C to 23°C
-30°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,730 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Savonlinna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EFSA
IATA Code: SVL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 311 ft MSL

Location

City: Savonlinna
Country: FI
Latitude: 61.943100°
Longitude: 28.945101°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Savonlinna Airport

Overview

Savonlinna Airport serves the southeastern Finnish region of South Savo, providing critical aviation infrastructure in a rural landscape. Located at 61.943100, 28.945101, the airport sits at 311 feet above mean sea level and supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its 7,546-foot asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EFSA demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 35.1% of the time. Temperature ranges widely from -23°C to 23°C, creating dynamic meteorological environments that require careful preflight planning. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 20 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (12/30) experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.9 knots. Visibility consistently remains strong, averaging 10 statute miles, with fog present only 3.1% of observation periods. Seasonal transitions in September, October, and January typically offer the most stable visual flight conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) approximately 39.7% of the time, with IFR and LIFR conditions combined. The runway's substantial length and consistent wind patterns provide flexibility for approach and departure strategies. Careful attention to seasonal temperature variations and potential low visibility periods is recommended during flight planning.

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.