Mostar International Airport

LQMO / OMO

Mostar, BA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
17 kt
360°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LQMO 221400Z 36017KT 9999 FEW050 SCT090 18/01 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 156 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,156 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,156 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mostar International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 17 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft, scattered at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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: Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 13 to 25 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 18:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LQMO 221100Z 2212/2312 33013KT 9999 FEW045 TX21/2212Z TN08/2304Z PROB30 TEMPO 2212/2216 03015G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW035CB BKN045 TEMPO 2216/2312 02017G27KT PROB40 TEMPO 2218/2308 02025G40KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR 20° 17 kt
18:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+4h
VFR 20° 25 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QMO
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
7,874 ft 158 ft ASP 158°
14.7 kt 8.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LQMO

9,955 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.7%
MVFR
6.1%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
3.8%

Mostar International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 9.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.7%
NE
7.5%
E
3.5%
SE
26.1%
S
22.7%
SW
4.8%
W
2.9%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -10°C to 32°C
-10°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.8%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,955 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mostar International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LQMO
IATA Code: OMO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 156 ft MSL

Location

City: Mostar
Country: BA
Latitude: 43.282902°
Longitude: 17.845900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 158 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mostar International Airport

Overview

Mostar International Airport (LQMO) serves the historic city of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated at an elevation of 156 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, with a single asphalt runway (15/33) measuring 7,874 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mostar are predominantly VFR, with 85.3% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The airport experiences a significant southeast wind pattern averaging 6 knots, with potential gusts up to 60 knots. Temperature variations are substantial, ranging from -10°C to 32°C, with an average of 10.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location presents unique terrain considerations, positioned near mountainous regions of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Pilots should note the consistent wind patterns, with southeastern winds (135°) being the prevailing direction. Calm wind conditions occur in 10.2% of observations, providing relatively stable approach environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 7.2% of observations).

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.