Liepāja International Airport

EVLA / LPX

Liepāja, LV

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
17:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
5 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVLA 221750Z AUTO 29005KT 260V320 9999 NSC 05/02 Q1014

Weather Briefing

VFR

Liepāja International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 221710Z 2218/2318 33012KT CAVOK TEMPO 2309/2312 34014G27KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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°
3.2 kt 3.8 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

9,950 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.4%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
8.8%

Liepāja International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.3%
N
6.9%
S
17.6%
W
11.5%
NE
8.5%
NW
5.8%
SE
12.7%
SW
13.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.6°C
Range: -26°C to 23°C
-26°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 9,950 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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

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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.