Pula Airport

LDPL / PUY

Pula, HR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
9 kt
Variable G20 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LDPL 141530Z VRB09G20KT 9999 FEW020 17/12 Q1000 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 274 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,274 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pula Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 9 knots with gusts to 20 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 01:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (274 ft)
Pressure Alt
672 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 978 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR LDPL 141136Z 1412/1512 18013KT 9999 SCT030 TX20/1412Z TN11/1504Z PROB40 TEMPO 1415/1501 25015G30KT TSRA FEW025CB BKN050 BECMG 1416/1418 23010KT PROB30 TEMPO 1510/1512 SHRA FEW020TCU BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 230° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DPL
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 9,678 ft 148 ft ASP 88° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LDPL

11,219 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.6%
MVFR
10.2%
IFR
7%
LIFR
2.2%

Pula Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 7.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
26.1%
E
33.6%
SE
7.2%
S
2.9%
SW
4.2%
W
9.6%
NW
3.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -4°C to 28°C
-4°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,219 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pula Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LDPL
IATA Code: PUY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 274 ft MSL

Location

City: Pula
Country: HR
Latitude: 44.893501°
Longitude: 13.922200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,678 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pula Airport

Overview

Pula Airport serves the coastal city of Pula in Croatia, located on the Istrian Peninsula. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 274 ft MSL, it provides essential regional aviation connectivity for this important maritime and tourism region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 81.1% of observations showing clear weather. Seasonal temperatures range from -4°C to 28°C, with an average of 11.4°C, presenting manageable thermal conditions for most aircraft operations. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90°, averaging 7 knots with occasional gusts up to 31 knots.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 44.893501, 13.922200, Pula Airport features a single runway (09/27) measuring 9,678 feet with an asphalt surface. The airport's location near the Adriatic coast suggests potential for maritime-influenced weather patterns, with low visibility events occurring in approximately 4.6% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 3.2 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for approach and departure operations. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles reported across recorded observations.

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.