Palanga International Airport

EYPA / PLQ

Palanga, LT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 16:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
16:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
330°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EYPA 221620Z 33004KT 250V020 CAVOK 06/02 Q1015

Weather Briefing

VFR

Palanga International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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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TAF EYPA 221128Z 2212/2312 32010KT 9000 NSC PROB40 TEMPO 2212/2217 32015G25KT BECMG 2217/2219 VRB04KT TEMPO 2300/2308 35010KT TEMPO 2308/2312 33015G30KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 9 km
17:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR VRB 4 kt
00:00Z TEMPO
+8h
VFR 350° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPA
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
7,480 ft 148 ft ASP 13°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EYPA

10,010 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58%
MVFR
19.5%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
11.5%

Palanga International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.8%
NE
7.5%
E
18.7%
SE
17.5%
S
24.2%
SW
8.7%
W
10.7%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.7°C
Range: -24°C to 23°C
-24°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,010 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Palanga International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EYPA
IATA Code: PLQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Palanga
Country: LT
Latitude: 55.973202°
Longitude: 21.093901°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,480 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Palanga International Airport

Overview

Palanga International Airport serves the western Lithuanian coastal region, located in the resort town of Palanga. As a medium-sized airport positioned near the Baltic Sea, it handles both commercial and general aviation traffic. The airport's elevation of 33 feet MSL and geographic coordinates at 55.973202, 21.093901 make it a strategically positioned facility for regional transportation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Palanga demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 52.2% of the time. Marginal VFR and Instrument Flight Rules conditions collectively account for 34.5% of observations, indicating potential challenges for pilots. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 23°C, with an average of 4.9°C, suggesting substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19, measuring 7,480 feet with an asphalt surface, provides robust operational capabilities. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7.6 knots, with maximum observed speeds of 21 knots. Wind data suggests relatively consistent and predictable wind patterns, which can be advantageous for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.4 knots. Pilots can expect optimal wind conditions for approaches and departures. September, October, and January represent the best months for Visual Flight Rules operations, offering the most stable flying conditions based on historical meteorological data.

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.