Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport

LRCL / CLJ

Cluj-Napoca, RO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
8 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRCL 221230Z 32008KT 270V010 9999 SCT071 12/M04 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,039 ft
SCT 7,100 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,139 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 7,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 8 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 7,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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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Raw TAF
TAF LRCL 221100Z 2212/2221 VRB04KT 9999 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RCL
07
25
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 6,693 ft 148 ft CON 79°
3.9 kt 7.0 kt
119° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
0 ft 0 ft UNK
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRCL

10,049 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.1%
MVFR
16%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
6.1%

Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 15.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.1%
NE
10.7%
E
27.2%
SE
8%
S
1.8%
SW
2.7%
W
21%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -16°C to 28°C
-16°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.7%

Best Months for VFR

March April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,049 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRCL
IATA Code: CLJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,039 ft MSL

Location

City: Cluj-Napoca
Country: RO
Latitude: 46.787425°
Longitude: 23.684292°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,693 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport

Overview

Cluj Avram Iancu International Airport serves the metropolitan area of Cluj-Napoca, Romania, functioning as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 1039 ft MSL. Located at coordinates 46.787425, 23.684292, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and connects the important Transylvanian urban center to broader national and international networks.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 60.6% of observations indicating visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, with easterly winds (90°) averaging 5.1 knots and rarely exceeding 22 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 28°C, with an average of 5.8°C, suggesting potential seasonal operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features a primary runway 07/25, measuring 6693 feet with a concrete surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. Wind data indicates extremely favorable wind alignments for both runway configurations, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind components of 2.5 and 2.2 knots for runways 07/25 and 08/26 respectively.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions. With only 6.3% fog occurrence and an average visibility of 10 statute miles, approaches are typically straightforward. Pilots should note the minimal instances of reduced visibility and prepare for generally stable meteorological conditions at this Romanian 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

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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.