Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport

LGAL / AXD

Alexandroupolis, GR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
19:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGAL 221950Z 06005KT 9999 SCT025 10/08 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,524 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 5 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 18:00Z and 03:00Z.

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 LGAL 221700Z 2218/2303 06015KT 9999 BKN025 BKN060 PROB30 TEMPO 2218/2303 5000 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 60° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GAL
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
8,471 ft 148 ft ASP 73°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGAL

8,619 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.7%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.2%

Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 24% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 24%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.7%
N
4%
S
9.8%
W
4.6%
NE
28.2%
NW
0.6%
SE
2.9%
SW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.4°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,619 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGAL
IATA Code: AXD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Alexandroupolis
Country: GR
Latitude: 40.855900°
Longitude: 25.956301°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,471 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport

Overview

Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport serves the northeastern Greek region of Thrace, located near the city of Alexandroupolis. Positioned at 24 ft MSL with coordinates 40.855900, 25.956301, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the northeastern coastal area of Greece.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at the airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 90.7% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The prevailing wind from the northeast (45°) averages 9.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 33°C and an average of 13.7°C. September, December, and October offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (07/25) measuring 8,471 feet in length. Its coastal location suggests potential for variable wind conditions, though data indicates predictable northeast wind patterns. The low elevation of 24 ft MSL provides relatively straightforward terrain navigation for incoming and departing aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment with an average crosswind of just 4.4 knots. Pilots can expect calm wind conditions 26.1% of the time, with maximum recorded winds of 24 knots. The consistent visibility average of 10 statute miles supports reliable visual approaches during most operational periods.

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.