Brač Airport

LDSB / BWK

Gornji Humac, HR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
8 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LDSB 221130Z 03008KT 350V080 9999 BKN045 14/M01 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,776 ft
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,276 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brač Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 8 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 16:00Z.

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 LDSB 220525Z 2206/2306 03008KT CAVOK TX19/2212Z TN08/2304Z TEMPO 2211/2216 30007KT BECMG 2216/2218 03015KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 30° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DSB
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
5,774 ft 98 ft ASP 35°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LDSB

507 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
4.1%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
7.7%

Brač Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 5°C and 28°C with an average of 16.1°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are December, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.3%
NE
31.2%
E
4.9%
SE
15.7%
S
9.2%
SW
12.8%
W
2.2%
NW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: 5°C to 28°C
5°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12%

Best Months for VFR

December April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 507 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brač Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LDSB
IATA Code: BWK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,776 ft MSL

Location

City: Gornji Humac
Country: HR
Latitude: 43.284454°
Longitude: 16.678362°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,774 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brač Airport

Overview

Brač Airport serves the island of Brač in Croatia, located at an elevation of 1776 ft MSL near Gornji Humac. This medium-sized airport provides essential air connectivity for the central Dalmatian coastal region, situated at coordinates 43.284454, 16.678362. The airport features a single asphalt runway (03/21) measuring 5774 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Brač Airport are predominantly VFR, with 86.5% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences a prevailing northeast wind at 45 degrees, averaging 8.5 knots with occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Temperature ranges from 7°C to 28°C, with an average of 17.9°C, and visibility typically excellent at 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated position at 1776 ft MSL presents unique terrain considerations for pilots approaching the island airport. Seasonal variations are notable, with December, September, and October offering the most consistently favorable VFR conditions. The surrounding geography includes typical Adriatic coastal terrain, which can influence local wind patterns and approach characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates extremely favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. Pilots should note minimal calm wind periods (0.7% of observations) and prepare for the consistent northeast wind direction. While fog occurs in 13.2% of observations, overall visibility and flying conditions remain predominantly clear.

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
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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.