Varna Airport

LBWN / VAR

Varna, BG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LBWN 221700Z AUTO 04008KT 9999 -SHRA SCT038/// OVC044/// 08/06 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 230 ft
SCT 3,800 ft AGL
OVC 4,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,030 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,630 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Varna Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 8 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 01:00Z and 05:00Z.

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. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (230 ft)
Pressure Alt
148 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -637 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LBWN 221100Z 2212/2312 14008KT 9999 SCT020 BKN045 BECMG 2222/2224 5000 BR BKN007 TEMPO 2301/2305 1500 BR BKN004 BECMG 2306/2308 28012KT 9999 BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
22:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Mist
01:00Z TEMPO
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BWN
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,258 ft 148 ft CON 97°
5.1 kt 6.1 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 - LBWN

9,948 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.7%
MVFR
22.9%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
2.6%

Varna Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.6%
NE
10.4%
E
16.5%
SE
14.8%
S
2.8%
SW
3.7%
W
21.3%
NW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -10°C to 29°C
-10°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,948 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Varna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LBWN
IATA Code: VAR
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 230 ft MSL

Location

City: Varna
Country: BG
Latitude: 43.232101°
Longitude: 27.825100°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,258 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Varna Airport

Overview

Varna Airport serves as a key international airport located on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, situated near the city of Varna. As a large airport with significant infrastructure, it plays a crucial role in regional aviation connectivity for both commercial passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 230 ft MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment with generally stable atmospheric conditions. Coastal proximity suggests potential for maritime weather influences, including potential sea breezes and variable wind patterns that pilots should anticipate during approach and landing.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 extends 8,258 feet with a concrete surface, providing substantial operational capabilities for large aircraft. Its geographical coordinates at 43.232101, 27.825100 place the airport in a coastal region with potential terrain and wind considerations typical of maritime airport environments.

Approach Considerations

The runway's orientation of 09/27 suggests primary wind alignment along the east-west axis. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind components given the airport's coastal location, and be prepared to adapt approach and landing techniques accordingly to the runway's substantial 8,258-foot length.

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.