Arad International Airport

LRAR / ARW

Arad, RO

Last Updated
Jul 26, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
9 kt
180°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRAR 260800Z 18009KT CAVOK 26/08 Q1012

Weather Briefing

VFR

Arad International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 9 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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.

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 LRAR 260500Z 2606/2615 16010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RAR
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
6,562 ft 148 ft CON 95°
0.0 kt 9.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRAR

14,340 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.7%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
7.3%

Arad International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, July, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.7%
N
15.7%
S
15.4%
W
11.5%
NE
8.8%
NW
9.8%
SE
18.5%
SW
8.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.6°C
Range: -14°C to 39°C
-14°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

April July May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 14,340 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRAR
IATA Code: ARW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 352 ft MSL

Location

City: Arad
Country: RO
Latitude: 46.176601°
Longitude: 21.261999°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Arad International Airport

Overview

Arad International Airport serves the western Romanian city of Arad, located near the Hungarian border. Positioned at 352 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/commercial operations in western Romania.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 60.3% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -14°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.8°C. Seasonal weather is most favorable during autumn months (September, October, November), offering the most consistent flying conditions with high visibility and moderate winds.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (09/27) measuring 6,562 feet in length. Geographically situated at coordinates 46.176601, 21.261999, the airport experiences prevailing southeast winds at an average of 6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Wind calm conditions occur approximately 6.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present in 6.2% of observations). Pilots should anticipate relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions, particularly during autumn months.

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.