Satu Mare International Airport

LRSM / SUJ

Satu Mare, RO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
3 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRSM 041030Z VRB03KT CAVOK 13/01 Q1028

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LRSM 040800Z 0409/0418 VRB04KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RSM
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 8,160 ft 148 ft CON 13° 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 - LRSM

7,651 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
17.6%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
7%

Satu Mare International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 8.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
7%
E
20.3%
SE
13.8%
S
8.6%
SW
12.2%
W
17.3%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -18°C to 29°C
-18°C 29°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,651 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Satu Mare International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRSM
IATA Code: SUJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 405 ft MSL

Location

City: Satu Mare
Country: RO
Latitude: 47.703300°
Longitude: 22.885700°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,160 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Satu Mare International Airport

Overview

Satu Mare International Airport serves the northeastern Romanian city of Satu Mare, situated near the Hungarian border. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 405 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports various aircraft operations in the area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 67% of observations showing clear flying weather. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 29°C create diverse operational challenges, while wind patterns are consistently from the east at an average of 5.4 knots. Seasonal variations are notable, with September, October, and December offering the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 spans 8,160 feet with concrete surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Geographically positioned at coordinates 47.703300, 22.885700, the airport benefits from relatively stable wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind alignment for the primary runway. Low occurrence of extreme weather events is indicated by minimal fog (2.7%) and consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles).

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 presents predictable wind conditions with an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures. The prevailing easterly winds at 90 degrees consistently support operations, and pilots can expect calm conditions approximately 8.2% of the time. Modern flight planning should leverage the comprehensive meteorological data to anticipate potential operational constraints.

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.