Piešťany Airport

LZPP / PZY

Piešťany, SK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
4 kt
60°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LZPP 040500Z 06004KT 5000 BR SCT045 01/01 Q1027

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 545 ft
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,045 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LZPP 040515Z 0406/0415 07004KT 9999 SCT048
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZPP
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
6,562 ft 98 ft ASP 14°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LZPP

7,634 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.3%
MVFR
22.6%
IFR
12.8%
LIFR
8.3%

Piešťany Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 4.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
34.3%
NE
7.5%
E
3.3%
SE
16%
S
14.1%
SW
6%
W
5.9%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -13°C to 29°C
-13°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,634 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Piešťany Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LZPP
IATA Code: PZY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 545 ft MSL

Location

City: Piešťany
Country: SK
Latitude: 48.625198°
Longitude: 17.828400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Piešťany Airport

Overview

Piešťany Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in western Slovakia, situated near the city of Piešťany at an elevation of 545 feet MSL. The airport's single runway 01/19 extends 6,562 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various aviation operations in the region. Its strategic location provides critical aviation infrastructure for southwestern Slovakia.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Piešťany Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 59.9% of observations. Pilots can expect prevailing northerly winds averaging 7.2 knots, with maximum gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature ranges extensively from -13°C to 29°C, requiring careful preflight planning and potential performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position experiences minimal visibility restrictions, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles and fog present in only 2.8% of observations. The runway alignment suggests excellent wind adaptability, with wind conditions favorable 100% of the time for runway 01/19. Average crosswind components remain relatively low at 3.2 knots.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most prevalent during October, September, and January, offering pilots the most consistent weather windows. The runway's orientation and wind statistics indicate minimal wind-related approach challenges. Pilots should anticipate northerly wind patterns and prepare for potential temperature-related performance variations throughout the year.

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.