Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport

LIPX / VRN

Caselle (VR), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 20:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
11 kt
250°
6 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPX 142020Z 25011KT 6000 SHRA FEW005 BKN020 BKN050 11/10 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 239 ft
FEW 500 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
739 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,239 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,239 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 11 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

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. 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 LIPX 141700Z 1418/1518 VRB06KT 9999 BKN020 TEMPO 1418/1421 4000 TSRA BECMG 1506/1508 10010KT TEMPO 1511/1515 4000 TSRA BECMG 1512/1514 04008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 100° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPX
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
10,064 ft 148 ft ASP 46°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPX

10,993 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.1%
MVFR
15.1%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
6.3%

Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
23%
NE
6.9%
E
19.5%
SE
7.9%
S
6.2%
SW
12%
W
14.3%
NW
10%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,993 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPX
IATA Code: VRN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 239 ft MSL

Location

City: Caselle (VR)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.394955°
Longitude: 10.887303°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 10,064 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport

Overview

Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport serves the Veneto region in northern Italy, located near the city of Verona. As a large airport situated at 239 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for both commercial and potentially military operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 239 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with moderate terrain considerations. Its geographical position in northern Italy implies potential for variable weather conditions, with potential winds that could impact the substantial 10,064 ft asphalt runway.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (04/22) with significant length, capable of accommodating large aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates at 45.394955, 10.887303 position it in a strategic location within the Verona metropolitan area, offering accessibility to multiple regional transportation networks.

Approach Considerations

The single runway orientation of 04/22 suggests potential wind-dependent approach strategies. Pilots should carefully evaluate wind conditions given the runway's substantial 10,064 ft length, which provides considerable flexibility for various aircraft types and approach scenarios.

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.