Poprad-Tatry Airport

LZTT / TAT

Poprad, SK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
5 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LZTT 040930Z 07005KT 050V110 9999 FEW053 08/01 Q1026 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,356 ft
FEW 5,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,656 ft AMSL
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
947 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,356 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,974 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,699 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.3°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZTT
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,530 ft 148 ft CON 94°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LZTT

7,674 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.7%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
12.8%

Poprad-Tatry Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
12.4%
E
10.4%
SE
6%
S
9.2%
SW
7.5%
W
38.1%
NW
7.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.1°C
Range: -16°C to 26°C
-16°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.3%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,674 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Poprad-Tatry Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LZTT
IATA Code: TAT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,356 ft MSL

Location

City: Poprad
Country: SK
Latitude: 49.073601°
Longitude: 20.241100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Poprad-Tatry Airport

Overview

Poprad-Tatry Airport serves the High Tatras region in Slovakia, situated at an elevation of 2,356 feet MSL near the city of Poprad. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure in this mountainous area of central Europe, supporting regional and potentially international flight operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Poprad-Tatry are predominantly VFR, with 67.8% of observations showing good visual flight conditions. Pilots can expect significant variability, with MVFR and IFR conditions present 26.4% of the time. Prevailing westerly winds average 7.8 knots, with temperature ranges from -16°C to 26°C creating diverse atmospheric conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 09/27 extends 8,530 feet and is constructed of concrete, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its high elevation and proximity to mountainous terrain require careful navigation and awareness of potential wind and terrain interactions. The surrounding geography of the High Tatras presents unique meteorological and topographical challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Optimal VFR months include October, September, and January, providing more predictable flying conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog (13.3% occurrence) and variable visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles but potential for reduced visual references.

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.