Liverpool John Lennon Airport

EGGP / LPL

Liverpool, GB

Last Updated
Jun 10, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
11 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
2,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGGP 101020Z 26011KT 230V290 9999 7000S VCSH FEW024 BKN029 12/07 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 80 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,480 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,980 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 11 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS, Rain, Heavy Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 08:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGGP 100455Z 1006/1106 24008KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 1006/1017 7000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1006/1008 VRB15G25KT 3000 +SHRA +TSRAGS BKN014 BKN020CB BECMG 1008/1011 30012KT PROB30 TEMPO 1008/1016 3000 +SHRA +TSRAGS BECMG 1020/1023 22006KT BECMG 1103/1106 16012KT TEMPO 1103/1106 6000 RA BKN014 PROB40 TEMPO 1104/1106 4000 +RA BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 220° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGP
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
7,497 ft 150 ft ASP 86°
10.8 kt 1.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGGP

12,212 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.3%
MVFR
22.1%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
1.2%

Liverpool John Lennon Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.9%
NE
5.2%
E
14.8%
SE
17.7%
S
22.2%
SW
11.5%
W
14.8%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.1°C
Range: -5°C to 31°C
-5°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 12,212 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGGP
IATA Code: LPL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Liverpool
Country: GB
Latitude: 53.333599°
Longitude: -2.849720°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,497 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Overview

Liverpool John Lennon Airport serves as a medium-sized commercial airport located near Liverpool, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 80 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 53.333599, -2.849720, the airport provides critical regional aviation connectivity for northwestern England. Its single runway 09/27 extends 7,497 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Liverpool John Lennon Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 72.1% of the time. The airport experiences consistent wind patterns from the south (180°) at an average speed of 8.8 knots, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 22°C and an average of 8.8°C. Fog is minimal, occurring in only 1.6% of observations, and visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 09/27 offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind averages 5.5 knots, which generally presents minimal challenges for most aircraft operations. Seasonal variations are notable, with September, November, and December representing the most favorable Visual Flight Rules months for aviation activities.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with high probability of Visual Meteorological Conditions. The airport's low elevation and consistent wind patterns from the south provide predictable approach characteristics. Instrument Meteorological Conditions are rare, occurring in only 4.7% of observations, which suggests generally straightforward navigation and landing scenarios.

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.