Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport

EKOD / ODE

Odense, DK

Last Updated
Apr 19, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
7 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKOD 190650Z AUTO 33007KT 9999 BKN010/// BKN013/// 08/06 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,056 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,356 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 7 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KOD
06
24
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,053 ft 148 ft ASP 59°
0.1 kt 7.0 kt
89° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
2,280 ft 98 ft GRS 130°
6.6 kt 2.4 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 - EKOD

9,802 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.9%
MVFR
25.4%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
7.4%

Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
6.4%
E
20.4%
SE
12%
S
22.5%
SW
15.7%
W
15.1%
NW
4.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -14°C to 24°C
-14°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 9,802 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKOD
IATA Code: ODE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Odense
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.475307°
Longitude: 10.327206°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,053 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 2,280 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport

Overview

Odense Hans Christian Andersen Airport serves the city of Odense on the island of Funen, Denmark. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it supports regional aviation and provides an important transportation link for the Central Denmark region. The airport is situated at an elevation of 56 feet above mean sea level, with coordinates that place it in a coastal maritime environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 57.5% of observed weather being suitable for visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 9.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 24°C, with an average of 6.7°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Both runways (06/24 and 13/31) offer favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility. The primary runway 06/24 is asphalted and 6,053 feet long, while the secondary runway 13/31 is 2,280 feet of grass surface. The airport's coastal location likely influences its weather patterns, with occasional fog observed in 2.9% of meteorological reports.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during September, October, and November. Average crosswind components are moderate, with 5.5 knots for runway 06/24 and 6.2 knots for runway 13/31. The prevailing southerly winds and the airport's dual-runway configuration provide flexibility for approach and landing operations.

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Official Data Sources

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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.