Palanga International Airport

EYPA / PLQ

Palanga, LT

Last Updated
May 15, 14:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
14:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
80°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EYPA 151420Z 08006KT 050V110 CAVOK 20/04 Q1001

Weather Briefing

VFR

Palanga International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 6 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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: Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 16:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 16:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EYPA 151100Z 1512/1612 VRB05KT 9000 NSC TEMPO 1513/1516 VRB15KT SCT045CB TEMPO 1516/1521 5000 SHRA BKN040CB PROB40 TEMPO 1516/1521 TS BECMG 1603/1606 5000 BR OVC005 TEMPO 1606/1610 1500 OVC002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km
16:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Showers Rain
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPA
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
7,480 ft 148 ft ASP 13°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EYPA

11,092 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
18.1%
IFR
10.4%
LIFR
10.9%

Palanga International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.6%
N
8.9%
S
23.4%
W
10.6%
NE
8.1%
NW
5.3%
SE
16.4%
SW
9.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.2°C
Range: -24°C to 23°C
-24°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,092 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Palanga International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EYPA
IATA Code: PLQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Palanga
Country: LT
Latitude: 55.973202°
Longitude: 21.093901°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,480 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Palanga International Airport

Overview

Palanga International Airport serves the western Lithuanian coastal region, located in the resort town of Palanga. As a medium-sized airport positioned near the Baltic Sea, it handles both commercial and general aviation traffic. The airport's elevation of 33 feet MSL and geographic coordinates at 55.973202, 21.093901 make it a strategically positioned facility for regional transportation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Palanga demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 52.2% of the time. Marginal VFR and Instrument Flight Rules conditions collectively account for 34.5% of observations, indicating potential challenges for pilots. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 23°C, with an average of 4.9°C, suggesting substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19, measuring 7,480 feet with an asphalt surface, provides robust operational capabilities. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7.6 knots, with maximum observed speeds of 21 knots. Wind data suggests relatively consistent and predictable wind patterns, which can be advantageous for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.4 knots. Pilots can expect optimal wind conditions for approaches and departures. September, October, and January represent the best months for Visual Flight Rules operations, offering the most stable flying conditions based on historical meteorological data.

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.