Maramureș International Airport

LRBM / BAY

Tăuții-Măgherăuș, RO

Last Updated
Jul 28, 14:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
14:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
250°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRBM 281430Z 25007KT 210V290 CAVOK 26/12 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 7 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

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 LRBM 281100Z 2812/2821 29010KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 2812/2815 FEW025CB SCT030 BECMG 2814/2816 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RBM
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
7,054 ft 148 ft ASP 99°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRBM

14,288 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.3%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
3.2%

Maramureș International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 9.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
27.4%
N
5.9%
S
2.9%
W
25.2%
NE
15.9%
NW
3.9%
SE
4.3%
SW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.5°C
Range: -16°C to 38°C
-16°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

July April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.8 kt

Statistics computed from 14,288 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Maramureș International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRBM
IATA Code: BAY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 605 ft MSL

Location

City: Tăuții-Măgherăuș
Country: RO
Latitude: 47.658444°
Longitude: 23.464445°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,054 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maramureș International Airport

Overview

Maramureș International Airport serves the northern Romanian region, located in Tăuții-Măgherăuș at 605 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional aviation operations with a single asphalt runway (09/27) measuring 7,054 feet in length, strategically positioned near 47.658444N, 23.464445E coordinates.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 62.2% of recorded periods supporting clear flying. Temperature ranges significantly from -16°C to 28°C, averaging 6.7°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, with minimal fog and excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport experiences consistent easterly winds at an average of 4.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 17 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 11.8% of the time, and the runway benefits from near-perfect wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage for runway 09/27. Average crosswind remains minimal at 1.5 knots, supporting comfortable aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers reliable wind characteristics, making it suitable for most aircraft approaches. Instrument meteorological conditions occur in 17.1% of observations (combining IFR and LIFR), suggesting pilots should be prepared for potential alternate planning. The consistently low crosswind and broad wind coverage provide predictable approach and departure conditions across seasons.

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.