Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport

LIRA / CIA

Rome, IT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
10:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRA 221050Z 02005KT 350V050 9999 FEW020 SCT035 15/13 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 427 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,427 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,927 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 3,500 ft.

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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

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.

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 LIRA 220500Z 2206/2306 03006KT 9999 SCT020 PROB40 TEMPO 2210/2214 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRA
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
7,226 ft 147 ft ASP 152°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIRA

9,794 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.4%
MVFR
4.7%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.2%

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
12%
NE
23.8%
E
11.4%
SE
8.4%
S
24.3%
SW
10.5%
W
6.9%
NW
2.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.4°C
Range: -2°C to 31°C
-2°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

October April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 9,794 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRA
IATA Code: CIA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 427 ft MSL

Location

City: Rome
Country: IT
Latitude: 41.799400°
Longitude: 12.594900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,226 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport

Overview

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport serves the Rome metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located at 41.799400, 12.594900. Situated at an elevation of 427 ft MSL, the airport primarily handles general aviation and some commercial traffic in the Italian capital region.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 94.3% of the time, with minimal IFR (0.9%) and LIFR (0.4%) occurrences. Wind patterns predominantly come from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 5.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 19 knots, suggesting generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (15/33) measuring 7,226 feet with an asphalt surface. Terrain surrounding the airport is consistent with the Rome area's relatively flat topography, with an elevation that provides good visibility and minimal terrain-related challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 3.9 knots. Peak VFR months are October, September, and November, offering optimal flying conditions with average temperatures around 14°C and visibility typically around 10 statute miles.

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.