Milano Linate Airport

LIML / LIN

Segrate (MI), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 20:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
8 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIML 142020Z 33008KT 310V010 9999 RA SCT008 BKN030 11/09 Q0999 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 353 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,153 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,353 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Milano Linate Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 8 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (353 ft)
Pressure Alt
781 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 386 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIML 141700Z 1418/1518 VRB05KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1418/1420 TSRA TEMPO 1500/1505 4000 BR BKN010 BECMG 1506/1508 08010KT TEMPO 1512/1516 4000 TSRA BECMG 1513/1515 VRB05KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
06:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 80° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IML
17
35 ✈️
17R
35L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
8,012 ft 197 ft ASP 176°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 35L
1,972 ft 72 ft BIT 176°
7.5 kt 2.7 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 - LIML

10,983 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.8%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
11.4%
LIFR
5.9%

Milano Linate Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.1% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.6%
NE
10.3%
E
18.5%
SE
10.4%
S
12.8%
SW
11.9%
W
17.3%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,983 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Milano Linate Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIML
IATA Code: LIN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 353 ft MSL

Location

City: Segrate (MI)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.445099°
Longitude: 9.276740°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,012 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 1,972 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Milano Linate Airport

Overview

Milano Linate Airport serves the metropolitan Milan area, situated in Segrate, approximately 7 kilometers east of Milan city center. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it supports regional and domestic aviation operations with a total runway length of approximately 9,984 feet. The airport's elevation at 353 feet MSL provides relatively moderate terrain conditions for aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 65% of the time, with moderate variability in weather patterns. The airport experiences a temperature range from -6°C to 30°C, with an average of 9.8°C, suggesting potential for seasonal temperature-related performance considerations. Wind conditions are typically westerly at an average of 3.7 knots, with maximum gusts up to 15 knots, and calm conditions occurring 1.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary runway 17/35 at 8,012 feet with asphalt surface, and a secondary runway 17R/35L at 1,972 feet with bituminous surface. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots, indicating generally stable wind conditions. The airport experiences fog in 13.6% of observations, which may impact visibility during certain periods.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations, offering optimal flying conditions. The airport's consistent wind patterns and low average crosswind suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should remain prepared for potential fog conditions, which occur in approximately 13.6% of 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

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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.