Liepāja International Airport

EVLA / LPX

Liepāja, LV

Last Updated
Aug 11, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
11 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVLA 111320Z AUTO 31011KT 280V360 9999 FEW029/// 18/11 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 2,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,916 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Liepāja International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 11 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture 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: Mist, Shallow Fog. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist, Shallow Fog between 21:00Z and 04:00Z.

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 AMD EVLA 111153Z 1112/1212 27012KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 1112/1115 29015G27KT TS SCT025CB BECMG 1116/1118 33007KT TEMPO 1121/1204 1200 BR MIFG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 330° 7 kt
21:00Z TEMPO
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.2 km
Mist, Shallow Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VLA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,568 ft 131 ft ASP 70°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EVLA

15,148 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.6%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
9%
LIFR
8.1%

Liepāja International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are August, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
17%
N
7.6%
S
14.6%
W
15%
NE
7.9%
NW
8.7%
SE
10.1%
SW
16.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.6°C
Range: -26°C to 32°C
-26°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

August April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 15,148 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Liepāja International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVLA
IATA Code: LPX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Liepāja
Country: LV
Latitude: 56.517502°
Longitude: 21.096901°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,568 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Liepāja International Airport

Overview

Liepāja International Airport serves the western Latvian coastal city of Liepāja, positioned at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport operates a single runway (06/24) measuring 6,568 feet in length, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Its strategic location on Latvia's western coastline provides important regional aviation connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 54.7% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate, with temperatures ranging from -19°C to 23°C and an average of 4.9°C. Wind patterns are consistently southerly (180°), averaging 7.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, presenting mild to moderate wind challenges.

Notable Features

Located near the Baltic Sea coast, Liepāja Airport's geographical positioning influences its weather patterns and operational characteristics. The airport's single runway (06/24) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Low fog occurrence (0.7%) and consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles) contribute to reliable flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and January, which represent the best VFR months statistically. The runway's orientation and wind statistics suggest minimal wind-related approach complications. With calm wind conditions present 2.1% of the time and predictable southerly winds, most approaches can be planned with high confidence in standard meteorological parameters.

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.