Zadar Airport

LDZD / ZAD

Zemunik Donji (Zadar), HR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
06:30Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
1 kt
110°
0.2 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LDZD 040630Z 11001KT 0200 R13/0800U FG NSC 06/06 Q1027 BECMG TL0700 2000 BR
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (289 ft)
Pressure Alt
-124 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,135 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LDZD 040616Z 0406/0506 VRB02KT 0200 FG NSC TX15/0412Z TN04/0502Z BECMG 0407/0408 2000 BR BECMG 0408/0409 CAVOK BECMG 0420/0422 2000 BCFG BECMG 0501/0503 0100 FG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:34Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 0.2 km
Fog
07:00Z BECMG
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist
08:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DZD
04
22
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,561 ft 147 ft ASP 42°
0.4 kt 0.9 kt
68° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
8,202 ft 147 ft ASP 136°
0.9 kt 0.3 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LDZD

7,764 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.7%
MVFR
4.8%
IFR
2.6%
LIFR
4.9%

Zadar Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
11.2%
E
26.3%
SE
25.9%
S
6.8%
SW
2.3%
W
7.9%
NW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,764 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zadar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LDZD
IATA Code: ZAD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 289 ft MSL

Location

City: Zemunik Donji (Zadar)
Country: HR
Latitude: 44.094988°
Longitude: 15.354879°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,561 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zadar Airport

Overview

Zadar Airport serves the coastal region of Croatia, situated near the historic city of Zadar in Zemunik Donji. As a medium-sized airport with two substantial asphalt runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Dalmatian coast. The airport sits at 289 feet mean sea level, offering access to a region known for tourism and regional transportation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Zadar Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules, with 89.8% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences mild temperatures ranging from -6°C to 30°C, with an average of 11.4°C. Eastern winds prevail at an average of 6.9 knots, and visibility typically extends to 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: Runway 04/22 at 6,561 feet and Runway 13/31 at 8,202 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. Both runways demonstrate exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The airport's location near the Adriatic coast suggests potential for marine-influenced meteorological conditions and potential wind variations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns predominantly from the east at 90 degrees. Average crosswinds remain moderate, measuring 4.6 knots for Runway 04/22 and 4.1 knots for Runway 13/31. October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations, with minimal risk of instrument meteorological conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.