Rijeka Airport

LDRI / RJK

Omišalj, HR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
3 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LDRI 041030Z VRB03KT CAVOK 13/07 Q1028

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LDRI 040525Z 0406/0506 VRB02KT CAVOK TX16/0413Z TN06/0505Z PROB30 TEMPO 0414/0418 30007KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
VFR 300° 7 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DRI
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 8,164 ft 148 ft PEM 143° 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 - LDRI

7,736 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.5%
MVFR
7.2%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.8%

Rijeka Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
24.1%
E
16.9%
SE
20.7%
S
6%
SW
2.9%
W
7.6%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -4°C to 29°C
-4°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,736 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rijeka Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LDRI
IATA Code: RJK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 278 ft MSL

Location

City: Omišalj
Country: HR
Latitude: 45.216900°
Longitude: 14.570300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,164 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Rijeka Airport

Overview

Rijeka Airport serves the northern Adriatic coastal region of Croatia, located in Omišalj on the island of Krk. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 278 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 93% of the time, with extremely limited IFR (1%) and LIFR (0.3%) occurrences. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 45 knots and calm conditions 6.2% of the time. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 29°C, with an average of 12.1°C, providing relatively stable operating conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 14/32 is 8,164 feet long with a PEM (Pavement) surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. The airport's coastal location near the Adriatic Sea introduces potential maritime weather influences, including variable wind conditions and occasional reduced visibility. Pilots should be attentive to the local topography and potential wind shear effects typical of island airport environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.5 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR operations, offering the most consistent and predictable flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility or fog.

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.