Cerklje ob Krki Air Base

LJCE

Cerklje ob Krki, SI

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LJCE 222130Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 NSC 04/02 Q1022

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cerklje ob Krki Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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 VFR throughout the forecast period.

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 LJCE 222000Z 2221/2306 VRB02KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JCE
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 89° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LJCE

9,919 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.7%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
10%
LIFR
16.2%

Cerklje ob Krki Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 9.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.1%
NE
9.9%
E
29.2%
SE
5.2%
S
6.8%
SW
10.8%
W
21.7%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.2°C
Range: -15°C to 29°C
-15°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.5%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,919 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cerklje ob Krki Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LJCE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 510 ft MSL

Location

City: Cerklje ob Krki
Country: SI
Latitude: 45.900002°
Longitude: 15.530200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cerklje ob Krki Air Base

Cerklje ob Krki Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the SI AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Cerklje ob Krki Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Slovenia, serving as a strategic military aviation facility. Positioned at 510 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 45.900002, 15.530200, the base provides critical infrastructure for regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LJCE demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 50.5% of the time. Temperature ranges from -15°C to 29°C, with an average of 6.6°C, and winds predominantly from the east at an average of 4.2 knots. Pilots should note that fog occurs in 17.5% of observations, and September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) extending 9,843 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility. The site experiences a low percentage of calm wind conditions (10.4%), with wind directions predominantly easterly at 90 degrees. Crosswind conditions are generally mild, averaging just 1.5 knots across the runway.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, making it consistently suitable for most wind conditions. With an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of visibility below 3SM, approaches are typically straightforward. Pilots should prepare for potential reduced visibility during the 17.5% of observations with fog present.

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.