Topeka Regional Airport

KFOE / FOE

Topeka, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:19Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
02:19Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
3 SM
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KFOE 050219Z 00000KT 3SM BR OVC005 08/07 A2998 RMK AO2 CIG 002V006 T00780072

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,078 ft
OVC 500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,578 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,078 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,026 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 445 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KFOE 050159Z 0502/0524 01005KT 4SM BR OVC005 TEMPO 0502/0505 2SM BR OVC003 FM050800 VRB03KT 3SM BR OVC004 FM051500 15006KT P6SM OVC012 FM051900 15009KT P6SM SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:35Z BASE
+0h
IFR 10° 5 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
08:00Z FM050800
+6h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOE
03
21
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 7,000 ft 150 ft CON 39°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
39° angle
13/31 12,802 ft 200 ft CON 137°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
137° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFOE

4,764 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.5%
MVFR
11.3%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
4.2%

Topeka Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 12.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.9%
NE
7.7%
E
8%
SE
10.8%
S
21.5%
SW
6.1%
W
5.5%
NW
13.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.3°C
Range: -23°C to 33°C
-23°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

September February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,764 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Topeka Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFOE
IATA Code: FOE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,078 ft MSL

Location

City: Topeka
Country: US
Latitude: 38.950901°
Longitude: -95.663597°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 12,802 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Topeka Regional Airport

Overview

Topeka Regional Airport serves the capital city of Kansas as a medium-sized airport strategically located in the central United States. Situated at an elevation of 1,078 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Topeka metropolitan area, supporting various aviation activities and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 78.2% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 8.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 33°C, which can impact aircraft performance and operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: 03/21 at 7,000 feet and 13/31 at 12,802 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring in only 2% of observations). Fog is present in 4.6% of recorded meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.5 knots for runway 03/21 and 4.6 knots for runway 13/31. September, January, and October represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots planning operations at Topeka Regional Airport.

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.