Brno-Tuřany Airport

LKTB / BRQ

Brno, CZ

Last Updated
Jun 17, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKTB 170900Z VRB03KT 9999 FEW042 23/12 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 778 ft
FEW 4,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,978 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brno-Tuřany Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (778 ft)
Pressure Alt
636 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,783 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LKTB 170500Z 1706/1806 24006KT CAVOK BECMG 1709/1711 33006KT 9999 SCT045 TEMPO 1711/1716 6000 SHRA SCT040TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KTB
08
26
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 2,624 ft 98 ft 94° No wind data
09/27 8,694 ft 197 ft CON 94° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKTB

12,564 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.1%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
9.2%

Brno-Tuřany Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.6%
N
13.1%
S
7.8%
W
10.6%
NE
10.4%
NW
16.4%
SE
11.5%
SW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -12°C to 30°C
-12°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.4%

Best Months for VFR

April May June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 12,564 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brno-Tuřany Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKTB
IATA Code: BRQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 778 ft MSL

Location

City: Brno
Country: CZ
Latitude: 49.151299°
Longitude: 16.694401°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface:
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 8,694 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Brno-Tuřany Airport

Overview

Brno-Tuřany Airport serves the South Moravian region of the Czech Republic, located near the city of Brno. Situated at an elevation of 778 ft MSL, the airport functions as a medium-sized facility with two operational runways. Its strategic location and infrastructure support various aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 58.6% of observations showing favorable flying weather. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, ranging from -12°C to 29°C, with an average temperature of 5.1°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the east (90°), averaging 6.8 knots with occasional gusts up to 23 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 08/26 (2,624 ft) and 09/27 (8,694 ft), with the longer runway being concrete-surfaced. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility is typically strong, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging 4 knots for runway 08/26 and 3.9 knots for runway 09/27. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog, which occurs in 11.8% of observations, and maintain awareness of the airport's eastern wind predominance.

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.