Satu Mare International Airport

LRSM / SUJ

Satu Mare, RO

Last Updated
Jun 17, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
8 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRSM 171200Z 16008KT 9999 -TSRA FEW020 BKN045CB 20/15 Q1017 RETSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 405 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,405 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,905 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Satu Mare International 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 south-southeast (160°) at 8 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture 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. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 17:00Z.

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.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (405 ft)
Pressure Alt
293 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 990 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LRSM 171100Z 1712/1721 30008KT 9999 SCT040CB TEMPO 1712/1717 VRB18KT 5000 TSRA BECMG 1717/1719 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RSM
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
8,160 ft 148 ft CON 13°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRSM

12,372 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.9%
MVFR
11.7%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
4.4%

Satu Mare International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 6.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.8%
N
10.8%
S
9.1%
W
15.3%
NE
7.7%
NW
9.3%
SE
11.4%
SW
12.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -18°C to 32°C
-18°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 12,372 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Satu Mare International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRSM
IATA Code: SUJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 405 ft MSL

Location

City: Satu Mare
Country: RO
Latitude: 47.703300°
Longitude: 22.885700°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,160 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Satu Mare International Airport

Overview

Satu Mare International Airport serves the northeastern Romanian city of Satu Mare, situated near the Hungarian border. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 405 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports various aircraft operations in the area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 67% of observations showing clear flying weather. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 29°C create diverse operational challenges, while wind patterns are consistently from the east at an average of 5.4 knots. Seasonal variations are notable, with September, October, and December offering the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 spans 8,160 feet with concrete surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Geographically positioned at coordinates 47.703300, 22.885700, the airport benefits from relatively stable wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind alignment for the primary runway. Low occurrence of extreme weather events is indicated by minimal fog (2.7%) and consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles).

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 presents predictable wind conditions with an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures. The prevailing easterly winds at 90 degrees consistently support operations, and pilots can expect calm conditions approximately 8.2% of the time. Modern flight planning should leverage the comprehensive meteorological data to anticipate potential operational constraints.

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.