Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

LIRI / QSR

Salerno, IT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
7 kt
130°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRI 220950Z 13007KT 080V170 CAVOK 21/10 Q1012

Weather Briefing

VFR

Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 7 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z 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 LIRI 220500Z 2206/2306 VRB05KT 9999 FEW040 BECMG 2208/2210 25010KT BECMG 2212/2214 03013KT PROB30 TEMPO 2212/2216 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 30° 13 kt
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRI
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
6,437 ft 148 ft ASP 52°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIRI

4,114 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.4%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.1%

Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
29.5%
E
16.5%
SE
4.9%
S
5.2%
SW
17.4%
W
13.7%
NW
3.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.9°C
Range: -2°C to 31°C
-2°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,114 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRI
IATA Code: QSR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 123 ft MSL

Location

City: Salerno
Country: IT
Latitude: 40.620399°
Longitude: 14.911300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,437 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Overview

Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport serves the Campania region in southern Italy, located near the scenic Amalfi Coast. Situated at 123 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential regional connectivity with its single runway 05/23 measuring 6,437 feet in length. The airport primarily supports general aviation and regional commercial operations in this picturesque coastal area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Salerno are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 94.3% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences moderate temperatures ranging from -2°C to 31°C, with an average of 15.7°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at an average of 6.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. September, October, and December offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location presents typical Mediterranean terrain challenges, with surrounding mountainous landscape potentially influencing local wind patterns and visibility. Runway 05/23 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. The asphalted runway provides stable surface conditions for most aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly northeast winds when planning approaches to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport. The consistent wind direction and low crosswind values make runway 05/23 highly reliable for most operations. With exceptional visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.2%), instrument approaches are generally straightforward during most seasonal 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

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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.