Olsztyn-Mazury Airport

EPSY / SZY

Szymany, PL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
9 kt
310° G19 kt
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPSY 041300Z 31009G19KT 240V360 CAVOK 07/M02 Q1023

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EPSY 041130Z 0412/0421 31010KT 9999 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSY
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
8,202 ft 147 ft CON 19°
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPSY

7,711 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38.8%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
18.2%
LIFR
23.8%

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 42% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.5%
NE
10.7%
E
10.3%
SE
10.7%
S
20.2%
SW
16.9%
W
10.9%
NW
7.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.3°C
Range: -27°C to 27°C
-27°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.7%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,711 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPSY
IATA Code: SZY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 463 ft MSL

Location

City: Szymany
Country: PL
Latitude: 53.481899°
Longitude: 20.937700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Olsztyn-Mazury Airport

Overview

Olsztyn-Mazury Airport serves the Warmian-Masurian region in northeastern Poland, located near the village of Szymany. Situated at 463 ft above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Olsztyn and Mazury area, connecting the region with broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EPSY demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules distributed across VFR (38.3%), MVFR (20.2%), IFR (17.5%), and LIFR (24%) categories. Temperature ranges dramatically from -21°C to 27°C, with an average of 3.2°C, indicating substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must anticipate. September, October, and November consistently offer the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 01/19 spans 8,202 feet and is constructed of concrete, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots and calm conditions occurring 5.2% of the time. The surrounding terrain likely reflects the characteristic landscape of the Mazury region, featuring lakes and forested areas.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.5 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in 10.1% of observations. Pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility scenarios, 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

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.