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Weather Briefing
IFRLappeenranta Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 700 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 700 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 8,202 ft | 197 ft | ASP | 67° | No wind data |
Weather Statistics - EFLP
13,355 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Lappeenranta Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, June.
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Statistics computed from 13,355 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Lappeenranta Airport - Airport Information
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About Lappeenranta Airport
Overview
Lappeenranta Airport serves southeastern Finland, located at 61.044601, 28.144743 with an elevation of 349 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lappeenranta region, situated in a strategically important southeastern Finnish location.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Lappeenranta demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules distributed across VFR (35.1%), MVFR (19.8%), IFR (18.4%), and LIFR (26.6%) categories. Temperature ranges extensively from -22°C to 23°C, with an average of 1.8°C, indicating potential significant thermal and visibility challenges throughout the year.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (06/24) measuring 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180°, averaging 6.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 21 knots, and rare calm conditions (0.3% occurrence).
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.3 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions, with standard visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (5.5%).
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