Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport

LIMJ / GOA

Genova (GE), IT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
10:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
13 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIMJ 221050Z 04013KT 9999 FEW030 18/09 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,013 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 13 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LIMJ 220500Z 2206/2306 01005KT 9999 SCT060 BECMG 2206/2208 01015KT PROB30 TEMPO 2210/2216 01015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMJ
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
9,564 ft 148 ft ASP 105°
6.5 kt 11.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIMJ

9,947 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.8%
MVFR
9.6%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0%

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 29°C with an average of 13.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.8%
NE
53.8%
E
7.7%
SE
11.6%
S
7.8%
SW
2.9%
W
2.1%
NW
1.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.7°C
Range: 1°C to 29°C
1°C 29°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,947 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIMJ
IATA Code: GOA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Genova (GE)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.412039°
Longitude: 8.840732°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,564 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport

Overview

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport serves the maritime city of Genova in northwestern Italy, situated near the Ligurian coastline. As a large airport with significant infrastructure, it supports commercial passenger and cargo operations in the Liguria region. The airport's single runway at 9,564 feet provides substantial operational capacity for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 13 feet MSL and coastal location suggest potential maritime weather influences, including possible marine layer formations and variable wind conditions. Proximity to the Mediterranean coastline can introduce rapid weather changes, particularly during transitional seasons. Pilots should anticipate potential visibility and wind shifts characteristic of coastal airport environments.

Notable Features

Genoa's airport is positioned in a geographically complex region, with the Apennine Mountains to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. The single runway (10/28) is oriented to accommodate prevailing wind patterns and regional terrain constraints. Its asphaltic surface provides reliable landing conditions across most meteorological scenarios.

Approach Considerations

The 10/28 runway orientation suggests wind-aligned approaches from east-northeast and west-southwest headings. Pilots should prepare for potential wind gradient effects due to the airport's coastal positioning. Standard instrument approach procedures will be influenced by the surrounding mountainous terrain and maritime geographical context.

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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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.