Zell am See Airfield

LOWZ

Zell am See, AT

Last Updated
Jul 5, 19:20Z

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Currently using: LOWS
Weather Source: Salzburg Airport (LOWS)
Distance: 31nm / 58km from LOWZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
19:20Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
11 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWS 051920Z 32011KT 9999 -SHRA FEW009 SCT036 BKN060 FEW060TCU 18/16 Q1022 RESHRA TEMPO 24010KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,470 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
SCT 3,600 ft AGL
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
FEW 6,000 ft AGL (TCU)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,370 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,070 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,470 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,470 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zell am See Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 11 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 6,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 19:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
940 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,470 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,208 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,161 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LOWS 051715Z 0518/0618 14006KT 9999 FEW030 SCT050 BKN070 TX21/0617Z TN16/0603Z TEMPO 0518/0610 28012KT SHRA TEMPO 0518/0524 30015G30KT 4000 TSRA BKN030 FEW040CB PROB30 0519/0521 2500 +TSRA TEMPO 0610/0614 22010KT TEMPO 0612/0618 SHRA FEW060CB PROB30 TEMPO 0613/0616 30015G25KT 4000 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OWZ
07
25
07R
25L
XX ✈️
XX ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 2,559 ft 59 ft ASPHALT 70°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
110° angle
07R/25L 984 ft 164 ft GRASS 70°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
110° angle
✈️ XX/XX
Active: XX
0 ft 0 ft CLOSED
8.4 kt 7.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Zell am See Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,470 ft MSL

Location

City: Zell am See
Country: AT
Latitude: 47.291468°
Longitude: 12.790632°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,559 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 984 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: GRASS
ILS: No
Runway XX/XX
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: CLOSED
ILS: No

About Zell am See Airfield

Zell am See Airfield (LOWZ) is located in Zell am See, AT at an elevation of 2,470 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (07/25, 07R/25L, XX/XX), with the longest at 2,559 feet.

Airport Overview

Zell am See Airfield serves Zell am See in AT. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (07/25, 07R/25L, XX/XX) with asphalt and grass and closed surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,559 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LOWZ, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.