Arad International Airport

LRAR / ARW

Arad, RO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
4 kt
150°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRAR 040600Z 15004KT CAVOK 01/M00 Q1028

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LRAR 040500Z 0406/0415 VRB04KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RAR
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
6,562 ft 148 ft CON 95°
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRAR

7,693 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.9%
MVFR
14.9%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
13.2%

Arad International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 23.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 6%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.7%
NE
7.5%
E
6.3%
SE
22.2%
S
18.3%
SW
9.1%
W
10.6%
NW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.2°C
Range: -14°C to 31°C
-14°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.4%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,693 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRAR
IATA Code: ARW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 352 ft MSL

Location

City: Arad
Country: RO
Latitude: 46.176601°
Longitude: 21.261999°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Arad International Airport

Overview

Arad International Airport serves the western Romanian city of Arad, located near the Hungarian border. Positioned at 352 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/commercial operations in western Romania.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 60.3% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -14°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.8°C. Seasonal weather is most favorable during autumn months (September, October, November), offering the most consistent flying conditions with high visibility and moderate winds.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (09/27) measuring 6,562 feet in length. Geographically situated at coordinates 46.176601, 21.261999, the airport experiences prevailing southeast winds at an average of 6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Wind calm conditions occur approximately 6.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present in 6.2% of observations). Pilots should anticipate relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions, particularly during autumn months.

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.