Vienna International Airport

LOWW / VIE

Vienna, AT

Last Updated
May 15, 05:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
05:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
5 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWW 150550Z 26005KT 9999 -SHRA FEW034 BKN036 FEW050TCU 10/07 Q1000 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 600 ft
FEW 3,400 ft AGL
BKN 3,600 ft AGL
FEW 5,000 ft AGL (TCU)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,000 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,200 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,600 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vienna International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 5 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Light Rain, Rain, Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 06:00Z and 07:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 19:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (600 ft)
Pressure Alt
998 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 542 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LOWW 150515Z 1506/1612 VRB03KT 9999 FEW012 BKN030 TX14/1514Z TN10/1506Z TEMPO 1506/1507 -RA BKN012 BECMG 1506/1507 28008KT BECMG 1515/1517 14005KT BECMG 1517/1519 -RA TEMPO 1519/1603 4000 RA BKN012 BECMG 1602/1604 32010KT NSW TEMPO 1610/1612 32015G25KT SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 140° 5 kt
17:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OWW
11
29 ✈️
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
11,483 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
16/34 11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 164°
0.5 kt 5.0 kt
96° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LOWW

11,112 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.9%
MVFR
9.6%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
13.8%

Vienna International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.5%
N
17.3%
S
10.7%
W
9.9%
NE
4.1%
NW
22.1%
SE
28%
SW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -11°C to 29°C
-11°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.7%

Best Months for VFR

May April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,112 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vienna International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWW
IATA Code: VIE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 600 ft MSL

Location

City: Vienna
Country: AT
Latitude: 48.110298°
Longitude: 16.569700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vienna International Airport

Overview

Vienna International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Austria, located approximately 18 kilometers southeast of Vienna's city center. As a major hub for Austrian Airlines and a key gateway for Central European air traffic, the airport handles significant commercial and passenger operations. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure make it a critical transportation node in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at an elevation of 600 feet mean sea level, which provides relatively stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year. Its geographical position in the Vienna Basin can produce variable wind patterns, particularly during seasonal transitions. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions, especially when operating on the parallel runways 11/29 and 16/34.

Notable Features

Vienna International Airport features two substantial asphalt runways: runway 11/29 measuring 11,483 feet and runway 16/34 measuring 11,811 feet. These long runways accommodate a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large international wide-body jets. The airport's geographic coordinates at 48.110298, 16.569700 place it in a relatively flat terrain environment with minimal surrounding elevation challenges.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection typically depends on current wind direction, with the parallel runway configuration allowing flexible approach options. The extensive runway lengths provide excellent landing performance margins for most aircraft types. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations and utilize standard instrument approach procedures specific to the airport's published navigational charts.

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.