Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport

LIRF / FCO

Rome, IT

Last Updated
Mar 5, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
100°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRF 051020Z 10005KT 060V130 9000 NSC 17/11 Q1024 NOSIG
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
-310 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -67 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIRF 050500Z 0506/0612 05006KT 9000 NSC BECMG 0512/0514 16010KT BECMG 0518/0520 04007KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 9 km
12:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 160° 10 kt
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 40° 7 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRF
07 ✈️
25
16L
34R
16C
34C
16R
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
10,849 ft 147 ft ASP 70°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
16C/34C 11,818 ft 148 ft ASP 163°
2.3 kt 4.5 kt
63° angle
16L/34R 12,801 ft 196 ft ASP 163°
2.3 kt 4.5 kt
63° angle
16R/34L 12,801 ft 196 ft ASP 163°
2.3 kt 4.5 kt
63° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIRF

7,784 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
7%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.5%

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.1%
NE
20.6%
E
26.7%
SE
11.4%
S
6.9%
SW
7.1%
W
11.3%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.4°C
Range: -1°C to 30°C
-1°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 16C/34C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,784 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRF
IATA Code: FCO
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Rome
Country: IT
Latitude: 41.804532°
Longitude: 12.251998°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,849 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16C/34C
Length: 11,818 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16L/34R
Length: 12,801 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 12,801 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport

Overview

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is Italy's primary international gateway, serving the capital city of Rome. Located at coordinates 41.804532, 12.251998 with an elevation of 13 ft MSL, this large airport is a critical hub for international and domestic air traffic. The airport features four substantial runways, enabling high-capacity operations for commercial and cargo aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Situated near the Mediterranean coast, the airport experiences moderate weather conditions typical of central Italy. Its low elevation at 13 ft MSL provides consistent atmospheric conditions with minimal altitude-related performance considerations. The four parallel runways (16L/34R and 16R/34L at 12,801 ft, and 16C/34C at 11,818 ft, along with 07/25 at 10,849 ft) offer multiple approach and departure options to accommodate varying wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's four asphalt runways provide significant operational flexibility for different aircraft types and sizes. Its proximity to Rome ensures complex airspace interactions with multiple regional air traffic control sectors. The extended runway lengths, particularly the 16L/34R and 16R/34L at 12,801 ft, can accommodate wide-body international aircraft and provide substantial landing/takeoff margins.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection typically depends on prevailing wind directions, with the parallel 16/34 runways offering primary approach vectors. The substantial runway lengths across all four runways provide pilots with multiple options for safe landings and departures. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime influence given the airport's coastal proximity and prepare for potential wind shear or coastal meteorological variations.

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.