Beja Airport / Airbase

LPBJ / BYJ

Beja, PT

Last Updated
Apr 26, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPBJ 260900Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW010 19/14 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 636 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,636 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Beja Airport / Airbase is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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: Patches Fog, Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 19:00Z and 22:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LPBJ 260507Z 2606/2706 VRB02KT 9999 SCT003 PROB30 2606/2609 1200 BCFG BKN002 BECMG 2610/2613 05008KT SCT020 TEMPO 2611/2618 8000 -SHRA BKN018 FEW020CB TEMPO 2619/2622 19010KT BECMG 2621/2623 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 50° 8 kt
11:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Light Showers Rain
19:00Z TEMPO
+10h
VFR 190° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBJ
01L
19R
01R
19L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01L/19R 11,319 ft 197 ft CON No wind data
01R/19L 9,682 ft 98 ft CON No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LPBJ

5,605 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.8%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
6%

Beja Airport / Airbase typically experiences VFR conditions 70.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
6.1%
E
11.8%
SE
7.9%
S
11.5%
SW
11%
W
25.6%
NW
18.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.2°C
Range: -1°C to 37°C
-1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.4%

Best Months for VFR

September April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,605 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Beja Airport / Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPBJ
IATA Code: BYJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 636 ft MSL

Location

City: Beja
Country: PT
Latitude: 38.078899°
Longitude: -7.932400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 11,319 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 9,682 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Beja Airport / Airbase

Overview

Beja Airport, located in southern Portugal, serves as a medium-sized airport with significant military and civilian aviation capabilities. Situated at an elevation of 636 feet MSL near the city of Beja, the airport offers two substantial concrete runways capable of handling diverse aircraft operations. Its strategic location provides important aviation infrastructure for the Alentejo region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 73.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent western winds averaging 7.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from -1°C to 37°C, with an average of 14.6°C, which supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Both runways (01L/19R and 01R/19L) demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with consistent low average crosswind conditions of 5.1 knots. The airport experiences fog in 16.5% of observations, primarily during non-peak months. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare instances of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for visual flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Prevailing westerly winds at 270 degrees suggest consistent runway 19 approaches. Pilots should anticipate potential fog and prepare accordingly, though it affects less than one-fifth of observations. Both runways provide extensive length (11,319 and 9,682 feet), offering flexibility for various aircraft types.

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

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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.