Arad International Airport

LRAR / ARW

Arad, RO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
4 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
9,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRAR 222230Z AUTO 28004KT 9999 BKN096/// 05/M02 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 352 ft
BKN 9,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,952 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Arad International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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 LRAR 221400Z 2215/2224 36010KT CAVOK BECMG 2218/2220 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RAR
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
6,562 ft 148 ft CON 95°
3.9 kt 0.7 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 - LRAR

10,003 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.7%
MVFR
12.2%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
10.3%

Arad International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 6.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.6%
NE
8.9%
E
6.4%
SE
21%
S
16.7%
SW
8.5%
W
10.3%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -14°C to 31°C
-14°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 10,003 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRAR
IATA Code: ARW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 352 ft MSL

Location

City: Arad
Country: RO
Latitude: 46.176601°
Longitude: 21.261999°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Arad International Airport

Overview

Arad International Airport serves the western Romanian city of Arad, located near the Hungarian border. Positioned at 352 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/commercial operations in western Romania.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 60.3% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -14°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.8°C. Seasonal weather is most favorable during autumn months (September, October, November), offering the most consistent flying conditions with high visibility and moderate winds.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (09/27) measuring 6,562 feet in length. Geographically situated at coordinates 46.176601, 21.261999, the airport experiences prevailing southeast winds at an average of 6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Wind calm conditions occur approximately 6.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present in 6.2% of observations). Pilots should anticipate relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions, particularly during autumn months.

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.