Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport

EPKT / KTW

Katowice, PL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
9 kt
260° G20 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPKT 041330Z 26009G20KT 210V320 CAVOK 15/M01 Q1024

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EPKT 041130Z 0412/0512 26010KT CAVOK BECMG 0415/0418 32004KT PROB40 0502/0507 1200 BR BKN003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 320° 4 kt
02:00Z PROB40
+12h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.2 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PKT
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 90°
9.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPKT

7,717 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
42.4%
MVFR
22.2%
IFR
19.2%
LIFR
16.1%

Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 42.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 35.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.5%
NE
10.4%
E
19.9%
SE
9.1%
S
11%
SW
21.2%
W
15.4%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.4°C
Range: -15°C to 29°C
-15°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.4%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,717 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPKT
IATA Code: KTW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 995 ft MSL

Location

City: Katowice
Country: PL
Latitude: 50.476015°
Longitude: 19.080705°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport

Overview

Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport serves as a key regional aviation facility located in southern Poland. Situated at an elevation of 995 feet MSL near the city of Katowice, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Upper Silesian industrial region. The airport's single runway 08/26 extends 10,499 feet, accommodating a variety of commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate variable weather conditions with significant instrument meteorological conditions throughout the year. Statistical data shows a diverse mix of flight rules: 44.7% VFR, 18.4% MVFR, 17.9% IFR, and 19% LIFR conditions. Temperature ranges widely from -15°C to 29°C, with an average of 4.3°C, suggesting potential for significant thermal and atmospheric variations during operations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences prevailing southwestern winds at 225° with an average speed of 7.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with fog present in 11.7% of observations. The runway demonstrates consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions for the 08/26 heading and an average crosswind component of only 3.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at this airport. Runway 08/26 provides reliable wind coverage, minimizing crosswind challenges for most aircraft. Pilots should prepare for potential seasonal weather transitions, particularly during shoulder months when instrument 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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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.