Copernicus Wrocław Airport

EPWR / WRO

Wrocław, PL

Last Updated
Jun 10, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
6 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
3,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPWR 102130Z 29006KT 9999 -RA FEW034 BKN038 12/11 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 404 ft
FEW 3,400 ft AGL
BKN 3,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,804 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,204 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Copernicus Wrocław Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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, Mist, Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 16 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 21:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 08:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EPWR 102030Z 1021/1121 31005KT 9999 BKN040 TEMPO 1021/1108 3000 RA BR BKN006 BKN012 TEMPO 1108/1120 SHRA BKN020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1110/1117 VRB16G26KT 3000 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PWR
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,212 ft 147 ft CONC-ASPH 116°
6.0 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 - EPWR

12,299 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.5%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
9%
LIFR
5.6%

Copernicus Wrocław Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
4.9%
E
15.4%
SE
19.1%
S
8.7%
SW
9.8%
W
23.5%
NW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -13°C to 32°C
-13°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 12,299 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Copernicus Wrocław Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPWR
IATA Code: WRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 404 ft MSL

Location

City: Wrocław
Country: PL
Latitude: 51.103719°
Longitude: 16.882096°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,212 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CONC-ASPH
ILS: No

About Copernicus Wrocław Airport

Overview

Copernicus Wrocław Airport serves the city of Wrocław in southwestern Poland, operating as a medium-sized regional airport at 404 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 51.103719, 16.882096, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Lower Silesia's transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EPWR demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 61% of observations. Seasonal temperature ranges from -13°C to 32°C create diverse flying environments, with pilots experiencing most predictable conditions during September, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete-asphalt runway (11/29) measuring 8,212 feet, offering substantial operational flexibility. Wind patterns consistently favor southeast directions at 135°, with an average speed of 7.5 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots, presenting moderate wind challenge scenarios for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with a 100% compatible wind orientation and modest average crosswind of 3.3 knots. Pilots can expect generally good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence at 12.2% and extremely rare instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.