Liepāja International Airport

EVLA / LPX

Liepāja, LV

Last Updated
Jul 4, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
12 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVLA 040650Z AUTO 29012KT 260V320 9999 -RA FEW013/// SCT015/// OVC018/// 17/15 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,316 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,516 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,816 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Liepāja International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 12 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1800 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 EVLA 040505Z 0406/0506 30010KT 9999 BKN020 TEMPO 0406/0415 31017G30KT 3000 TSRA BKN010 BKN020CB TEMPO 0500/0504 0700 FG BKN003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:01Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VLA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,568 ft 131 ft ASP 70°
7.7 kt 9.2 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EVLA

13,349 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.7%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
8.6%

Liepāja International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.4%
N
7%
S
15.2%
W
14%
NE
8.2%
NW
8.1%
SE
10.9%
SW
15.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -26°C to 32°C
-26°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 13,349 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Liepāja International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVLA
IATA Code: LPX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Liepāja
Country: LV
Latitude: 56.517502°
Longitude: 21.096901°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,568 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Liepāja International Airport

Overview

Liepāja International Airport serves the western Latvian coastal city of Liepāja, positioned at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport operates a single runway (06/24) measuring 6,568 feet in length, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Its strategic location on Latvia's western coastline provides important regional aviation connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 54.7% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate, with temperatures ranging from -19°C to 23°C and an average of 4.9°C. Wind patterns are consistently southerly (180°), averaging 7.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, presenting mild to moderate wind challenges.

Notable Features

Located near the Baltic Sea coast, Liepāja Airport's geographical positioning influences its weather patterns and operational characteristics. The airport's single runway (06/24) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Low fog occurrence (0.7%) and consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles) contribute to reliable flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and January, which represent the best VFR months statistically. The runway's orientation and wind statistics suggest minimal wind-related approach complications. With calm wind conditions present 2.1% of the time and predictable southerly winds, most approaches can be planned with high confidence in standard meteorological parameters.

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.