Current Weather
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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRPulkovo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,300 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 22:00Z and 03:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
|
11,146 ft | 197 ft | CON | 106° |
↑ 2.7 kt
•
↔ 7.5 kt
70° angle
|
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✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
|
12,402 ft | 197 ft | CON | 106° |
↑ 2.7 kt
•
↔ 7.5 kt
70° angle
|
Weather Statistics - ULLI
16,341 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Pulkovo Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.6% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, April.
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Best Months for VFR
Statistics computed from 16,341 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Pulkovo Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Pulkovo Airport
Overview
Pulkovo Airport serves as the primary international airport for St. Petersburg, Russia, located at 59.800301, 30.262501. The airport handles significant commercial traffic with two substantial concrete runways: 10L/28R at 11,146 ft and 10R/28L at 12,402 ft, providing robust operational capacity at 78 ft mean sea level.
Flying Conditions
Statistical observations indicate variable flight conditions throughout the year, with VFR prevailing 31.5% of the time, complemented by MVFR (28.3%), IFR (25.9%), and LIFR (14.3%) conditions. Temperature ranges extensively from -18°C to 25°C with an average of 1.9°C, suggesting pilots should anticipate significant thermal variations and potential associated weather challenges.
Notable Features
Situated in northwestern Russia, Pulkovo Airport's geographic position influences its meteorological characteristics, with documented average visibility around 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of severely restricted visibility. The airport experiences occasional fog conditions (5% of observations), which pilots should consider during flight planning and approach preparations.
Approach Considerations
Based on available data, September, October, and January represent months with historically more favorable visual meteorological conditions. The extensive runway lengths provide flexibility for diverse aircraft types, though specific wind data was inconclusive in the provided statistics, recommending pilots obtain current meteorological briefings prior to operations.
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.
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