Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport

LGKV / KVA

Kavala, GR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
21:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGKV 222150Z 00000KT 9999 -RA FEW012 BKN025 OVC070 10/09 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 18 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,218 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,518 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,018 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 18:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 03:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGKV 221700Z 2218/2318 07010KT 9999 SCT030 BKN080 PROB40 TEMPO 2218/2312 5000 RA FEW010 BKN030 BKN080 PROB30 TEMPO 2220/2303 3000 TSRA FEW018CB BKN025 BKN070 BECMG 2312/2314 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:18Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKV
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 9,844 ft 148 ft ASP 55°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
55° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGKV

7,904 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88%
MVFR
11.3%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 19.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
24.7%
E
21.1%
SE
7.3%
S
9.8%
SW
10%
W
3.3%
NW
0.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -5°C to 31°C
-5°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,904 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGKV
IATA Code: KVA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Kavala
Country: GR
Latitude: 40.913300°
Longitude: 24.619200°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,844 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport

Overview

Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport serves the northeastern Greek region of Macedonia, located near the city of Kavala. Positioned at 18 ft mean sea level with coordinates 40.913300, 24.619200, this medium-sized airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for regional and international operations. The airport features a single runway (05/23) with an impressive 9,844 ft asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LGKV are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 91.7% of observations supporting clear flight operations. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast (45°) at an average of 6.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 31°C, with an average of 13.6°C, offering stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (05/23) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind averages are minimal at 2.6 knots, providing comfortable landing and takeoff parameters. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the most consistent flying months. The runway's significant 9,844 ft length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types. With calm wind conditions occurring 21.6% of the time, pilots should be prepared for variable wind scenarios during approach and departure.

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.