Liverpool John Lennon Airport

EGGP / LPL

Liverpool, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:50Z

Current Weather

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Fresh 6 min ago
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
140°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR EGGP 041950Z 14008KT CAVOK 10/06 Q1019

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGGP 041654Z 0418/0518 14009KT 9999 SCT030 PROB30 TEMPO 0420/0422 7000 TEMPO 0422/0509 7000 PROB30 TEMPO 0422/0504 3000 BR BKN007 PROB30 TEMPO 0517/0518 8000 -RA BKN014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
22:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
22:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGP
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
7,497 ft 150 ft ASP 86°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGGP

7,670 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.5%
MVFR
26.3%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
1.4%

Liverpool John Lennon Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between -5°C and 22°C with an average of 8.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
4.9%
E
17.6%
SE
18.9%
S
23.4%
SW
10.2%
W
11.2%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -5°C to 22°C
-5°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,670 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGGP
IATA Code: LPL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Liverpool
Country: GB
Latitude: 53.333599°
Longitude: -2.849720°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,497 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Overview

Liverpool John Lennon Airport serves as a medium-sized commercial airport located near Liverpool, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 80 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 53.333599, -2.849720, the airport provides critical regional aviation connectivity for northwestern England. Its single runway 09/27 extends 7,497 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Liverpool John Lennon Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 72.1% of the time. The airport experiences consistent wind patterns from the south (180°) at an average speed of 8.8 knots, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 22°C and an average of 8.8°C. Fog is minimal, occurring in only 1.6% of observations, and visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 09/27 offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind averages 5.5 knots, which generally presents minimal challenges for most aircraft operations. Seasonal variations are notable, with September, November, and December representing the most favorable Visual Flight Rules months for aviation activities.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with high probability of Visual Meteorological Conditions. The airport's low elevation and consistent wind patterns from the south provide predictable approach characteristics. Instrument Meteorological Conditions are rare, occurring in only 4.7% of observations, which suggests generally straightforward navigation and landing scenarios.

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.