Topeka Regional Airport

KFOE / FOE

Topeka, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
18:53Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
18 kt
190° G29 kt
10 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFOE 101853Z 19018G29KT 10SM SCT044 BKN055 31/23 A2967 RMK AO2 PK WND 19031/1814 SLP034 T03110233

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,078 ft
SCT 4,400 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,478 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,578 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Topeka Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 18 knots with gusts to 29 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 23:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
969 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,078 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,326 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,505 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KFOE 101720Z 1018/1118 19017G29KT P6SM FEW040 FM102300 20012G20KT P6SM VCTS SCT040 BKN150CB TEMPO 1023/1102 4SM TSRA BR BKN030CB FM110300 19008KT P6SM SCT200 FM110900 19014G26KT P6SM FEW080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 17 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM102300
+4h
MVFR 200° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
23:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
03:00Z FM110300
+8h
VFR 190° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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
Active: 21
7,000 ft 150 ft CON 39°
16.9 kt 6.2 kt
20° angle
13/31 12,802 ft 200 ft CON 137°
10.8 kt 14.4 kt
53° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFOE

7,691 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.6%
MVFR
13.2%
IFR
6%
LIFR
4.2%

Topeka Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 9.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
14%
NE
7.4%
E
9.1%
SE
12.9%
S
23.9%
SW
6.3%
W
4.6%
NW
12%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -23°C to 35°C
-23°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

September February May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,691 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.