Riviera Villanova d'Albenga International Airport

LIMG

Villanova d'Albenga (SV), IT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:27Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
15:27Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
15 kt
340° G25 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI LIMG 221527Z 34015G25KT 300V020 9999 FEW040 18/05 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 148 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,148 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Riviera Villanova d'Albenga International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 15 knots with gusts to 25 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 14-knot crosswind component (gusting to 23 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LIMG 221100Z 2212/2312 01012KT 9999 BKN030 BECMG 2303/2305 VRB05KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
03:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR VRB 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMG
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
4,688 ft 148 ft ASP 94°
5.1 kt 14.1 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 - LIMG

2,455 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.2%
MVFR
6.4%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Riviera Villanova d'Albenga International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.3%
NE
10.5%
E
28.2%
SE
4.7%
S
9.4%
SW
9%
W
12.7%
NW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.2°C
Range: -2°C to 30°C
-2°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 2,455 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Riviera Villanova d'Albenga International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIMG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 148 ft MSL

Location

City: Villanova d'Albenga (SV)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.050598°
Longitude: 8.127430°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,688 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Riviera Villanova d'Albenga International Airport

Overview

Riviera Villanova d'Albenga International Airport serves the Liguria region in northwestern Italy, situated near the coastal area of Savona. Located at 148 ft mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the Riviera region, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 93.9% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the east (90°) at an average of 7.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from -2°C to 30°C, with an average of 15.5°C, offering relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 is 4,688 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations. Its geographic positioning near the Ligurian coast suggests potential for terrain-influenced wind patterns and variable visibility conditions. The airport's low elevation and coastal location provide generally consistent meteorological parameters.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 4.5 knots, indicating typically smooth approach conditions. September, October, and January represent the airport's best VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots. With essentially zero fog occurrences and consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles), approaches are generally straightforward and predictable.

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

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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.