Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport

EPZG / IEG

Nowe Kramsko, PL

Last Updated
Apr 24, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
11 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPZG 240800Z 28011KT 250V310 9999 OVC010 08/05 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 194 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,194 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 11 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

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 AMD EPZG 240735Z 2407/2415 25008KT 9999 BKN006 BECMG 2407/2410 31012KT BKN030 TEMPO 2409/2415 29015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:18Z BASE
+0h
IFR 250° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 600 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 290° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PZG
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
8,202 ft 197 ft CON 65°
8.4 kt 7.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EPZG

7,357 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.9%
MVFR
17.6%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
13.9%

Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.2%
N
4.7%
S
12.6%
W
17.8%
NE
8.9%
NW
7.3%
SE
8.5%
SW
16.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -14°C to 30°C
-14°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,357 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPZG
IATA Code: IEG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 194 ft MSL

Location

City: Nowe Kramsko
Country: PL
Latitude: 52.138500°
Longitude: 15.798600°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport

Overview

Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport serves the Lubuskie region in western Poland, providing critical aviation infrastructure for general and regional aviation. Located near Nowe Kramsko, the airport offers a substantial 8,202-foot concrete runway at 194 feet mean sea level elevation. Its strategic position enables efficient air transportation in a region with limited aviation facilities.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals a mixed weather environment, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions dominating at 48.8% of observations. Pilots should anticipate significant variability, with Marginal VFR (18.2%), Instrument (14.3%), and Low Instrument (18.6%) flight conditions. Temperature ranges dramatically from -14°C to 30°C, with an average of 6.2°C, suggesting substantial seasonal weather variations.

Notable Features

The airport's prevailing southwest winds at 225° create consistent wind patterns, averaging 6.9 knots with maximum gusts to 25 knots. Only 0.9% of observations show calm conditions, indicating almost always present wind movement. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and moderate fog occurrence at 13.3%.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 3 knots. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential rapid weather transitions given the significant variability in flight rules and wind characteristics.

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.