Vigo Airport

LEVX / VGO

Vigo, ES

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
3 kt
230°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEVX 040600Z 23003KT 190V270 CAVOK 11/07 Q1016 NOSIG
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (856 ft)
Pressure Alt
774 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 499 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LEVX 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT CAVOK TX20/0413Z TN08/0407Z PROB40 0413/0419 28010KT PROB40 TEMPO 0420/0506 1500 BR BKN005 PROB40 TEMPO 0421/0506 0350 FG VV001
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
13:00Z PROB40
+7h
VFR 280° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EVX
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 11°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEVX

8,209 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.1%
MVFR
19.6%
IFR
10.9%
LIFR
20.4%

Vigo Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 27°C with an average of 11.5°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 28.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.3%
NE
4.7%
E
1.2%
SE
1.3%
S
41.2%
SW
24.3%
W
9.9%
NW
3.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.5°C
Range: 1°C to 27°C
1°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 28.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 8,209 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vigo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEVX
IATA Code: VGO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 856 ft MSL

Location

City: Vigo
Country: ES
Latitude: 42.231800°
Longitude: -8.626770°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vigo Airport

Overview

Vigo Airport serves the urban area of Vigo in northwestern Spain, situated at an elevation of 856 feet MSL. The airport provides regional and commercial aviation services, with a single runway (01/19) measuring 7,874 feet in length and constructed of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Vigo Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions occurring 54.6% of the time. Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Low Instrument Flight Rules (LIFR) combine for nearly 30% of observations, indicating potential challenging meteorological environments. Pilots can expect an average temperature of 12°C, with a broad range from 1°C to 27°C.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southern winds averaging 7 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 22 knots. Fog is a significant meteorological factor, present in 32.1% of observations, which can substantially impact visibility. Pilots should note that the average visibility is 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 benefits from highly favorable wind conditions, with winds aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 2.5 knots. September, October, and December represent the most consistent months for Visual Flight Rules operations, offering the most predictable flying conditions for pilots approaching Vigo Airport.

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
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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.