Military Airport
RestrictedBase aérea da Força Aérea Portuguesa. O acesso civil é restrito.
Access Notes:
Military bases generally restricted
Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRAlverca Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 21.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 9 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft, few at 2,200 ft (CB), scattered at 4,500 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
|
9,810 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 33° |
↑ 3.1 kt
•
↔ 8.5 kt
70° angle
|
Weather Statistics - LPAR
1,360 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Alverca Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 75.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 31°C with an average of 17.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, April.
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Statistics computed from 1,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Alverca Air Base
Alverca Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the PT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.
Overview
Alverca Air Base (LPAR) is a medium airport located in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, situated near Lisbon. The airport features a single runway 04/22 measuring 9810 feet in length, serving both military and potentially civilian aviation operations in the region.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Alverca are predominantly VFR, with 77.9% of observations showing visual flight rules. The prevailing wind from the north (0°) averages 8.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 28 knots. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 31°C, with an average of 18.1°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.
Notable Features
The airport's low elevation of 11 feet mean sea level indicates a flat terrain characteristic of the Lisbon area. Winds are consistently favorable for runway 04/22, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (2.3%).
Approach Considerations
September, January, and November represent the best months for VFR flying at Alverca, offering optimal weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northerly winds and can expect minimal weather-related approach challenges, with IFR conditions present in only 4.1% of observations.
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