Paphos International Airport

LCPH / PFO

Paphos, CY

Last Updated
May 15, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
12 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LCPH 150300Z AUTO 31012KT 9999 BKN012 OVC016 19/17 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 41 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
OVC 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,241 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,641 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Paphos International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 12 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (41 ft)
Pressure Alt
259 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 749 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LCPH 142330Z 1500/1600 29015KT 9999 SCT014 TEMPO 1500/1506 35009KT PROB30 TEMPO 1500/1506 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CPH
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,858 ft 148 ft ASP 110°
11.3 kt 4.1 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 - LCPH

11,055 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.8%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
0.6%

Paphos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 32°C with an average of 18.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.4%
NE
7.8%
E
17.1%
SE
5.4%
S
4.7%
SW
3.7%
W
14.9%
NW
20.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.1°C
Range: 4°C to 32°C
4°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,055 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Paphos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LCPH
IATA Code: PFO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 41 ft MSL

Location

City: Paphos
Country: CY
Latitude: 34.717999°
Longitude: 32.485699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Paphos International Airport

Overview

Paphos International Airport (LCPH) is a medium-sized airport located in Cyprus, serving the southwestern region of the island. Situated at an elevation of 41 feet MSL with coordinates 34.717999, 32.485699, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Paphos metropolitan area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 94.7% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistent from the North (0°) at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 32°C, with an average of 19.6°C, supporting stable flight operations throughout the year.

Notable Features

The single runway (11/29) is 8,858 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Wind conditions are highly favorable, with 100% of observations supporting runway operations and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with no reported significant visibility restrictions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most optimal months for VFR flying at Paphos International Airport. The runway alignment and consistent wind patterns from the North provide predictable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate calm conditions, with only 1.4% of observations indicating completely calm wind states.

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.