Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport

EPBY / BZG

Bydgoszcz, PL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
12 kt
300°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPBY 041030Z 30012KT CAVOK 07/00 Q1026

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EPBY 040530Z 0406/0506 28010KT CAVOK TEMPO 0406/0409 VRB02KT 4000 BR PROB40 TEMPO 0409/0418 31015G25KT BKN030 BECMG 0418/0421 BKN014 TEMPO 0423/0506 VRB02KT 0900 FG BKN002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBY
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
8,202 ft 196 ft CON 82°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPBY

7,709 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.7%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
15.7%
LIFR
19.1%

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 34.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 90 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 90 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
8.5%
E
22.4%
SE
10.1%
S
11.7%
SW
15.2%
W
21.5%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.8°C
Range: -18°C to 29°C
-18°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,709 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPBY
IATA Code: BZG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 235 ft MSL

Location

City: Bydgoszcz
Country: PL
Latitude: 53.096802°
Longitude: 17.977699°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport

Overview

Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport serves the Kuyavian-Pomeranian region in northern Poland, situated at 235 ft mean sea level. The airport provides medium-level aviation services with a single runway 08/26 measuring 8,202 feet in length, supporting various civil and potential regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable visual conditions, with 45.2% VFR, 22% MVFR, 13.1% IFR, and 19.7% LIFR observations recorded. Seasonal variations are significant, with temperatures ranging from -14°C to 29°C and an average of 4.5°C, presenting potential weather challenges throughout the year. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly westerly winds at 270° with an average speed of 7.6 knots and occasional gusts up to 90 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in 7.9% of observations. The runway configuration allows for consistent wind alignment, with wind favorable 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates an average crosswind of 3.6 knots, providing relatively stable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal weather variations and prepare for potential instrument meteorological conditions, particularly during winter months when LIFR conditions are more prevalent.

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.