Ben Gurion International Airport

LLBG / TLV

Tel Aviv, IL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
10 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LLBG 040950Z 23010KT 9999 SCT036 18/09 Q1022 NOSIG RMK SCT070

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 135 ft
SCT 3,600 ft AGL
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,735 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,135 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (135 ft)
Pressure Alt
-128 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 264 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LLBG 040503Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT 9999 FEW035 TX19/0411Z TN09/0503Z BECMG 0407/0409 29010KT PROB40 TEMPO 0409/0419 -RA BKN025 BECMG 0419/0421 VRB04KT PROB40 TEMPO 0421/0502 -RA BKN025 TEMPO 0502/0506 15006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR VRB 4 kt
21:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LBG
03
21 ✈️
08
26
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
9,094 ft 197 ft ASP 29°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
08/26 13,327 ft 148 ft ASP 80°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
150° angle
12/30 10,209 ft 148 ft ASP 121°
3.3 kt 9.5 kt
109° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LLBG

7,776 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.6%
MVFR
6.5%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.5%

Ben Gurion International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 112 knots. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 112 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.6%
NE
2.6%
E
5.3%
SE
20.7%
S
20.5%
SW
8.7%
W
17.1%
NW
13.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.8°C
Range: 6°C to 38°C
6°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,776 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ben Gurion International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LLBG
IATA Code: TLV
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 135 ft MSL

Location

City: Tel Aviv
Country: IL
Latitude: 32.011398°
Longitude: 34.886700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,094 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 13,327 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 10,209 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ben Gurion International Airport

Overview

Ben Gurion International Airport serves as Israel's primary international aviation hub, located near Tel Aviv at 32.011398, 34.886700. The airport handles extensive passenger and cargo operations, situated at an elevation of 135 feet mean sea level. Its strategic location makes it critical for regional and international air transportation.

Flying Conditions

Mediterranean climate influences airport weather, with generally stable conditions throughout the year. Summers are typically hot and dry, while winters can experience occasional precipitation and moderate wind variations. The airport's low elevation and coastal proximity contribute to generally predictable meteorological patterns.

Notable Features

Ben Gurion features three robust asphalt runways with substantial length: Runway 08/26 at 13,327 feet, Runway 12/30 at 10,209 feet, and Runway 03/21 at 9,094 feet. The extensive runway configuration allows for multiple approach options and accommodates a wide range of aircraft types from regional commuters to large international wide-body aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection depends primarily on wind direction, with the longest runway (08/26) typically preferred for heavy aircraft operations. The airport's multiple runway orientations provide flexibility for handling various wind conditions and maintaining efficient traffic flow. Pilots should anticipate standard terminal area procedures and be prepared for potential wind-related runway transitions.

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.