Beja Airport / Airbase

LPBJ / BYJ

Beja, PT

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
10 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPBJ 141500Z 30010KT 280V350 9999 SCT035 22/09 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 636 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,136 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Beja Airport / Airbase is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 knots. Runway 01L/19R is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating relatively dry 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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 17:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LPBJ 141108Z 1412/1512 33010KT 9999 FEW020 TEMPO 1417/1420 35015G25KT TEMPO 1502/1508 BKN020 TEMPO 1508/1512 35015G28KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR 350° 15 kt
02:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBJ
01L ✈️
19R
01R ✈️
19L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 01L
11,319 ft 197 ft CON
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 01R
9,682 ft 98 ft CON
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LPBJ

6,039 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72%
MVFR
13.5%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
5.7%

Beja Airport / Airbase typically experiences VFR conditions 72% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.4%
N
7.2%
S
12%
W
26.3%
NE
5.7%
NW
18.1%
SE
7.7%
SW
11.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.3°C
Range: -1°C to 37°C
-1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.4%

Best Months for VFR

September May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,039 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Beja Airport / Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPBJ
IATA Code: BYJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 636 ft MSL

Location

City: Beja
Country: PT
Latitude: 38.078899°
Longitude: -7.932400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 11,319 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 9,682 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Beja Airport / Airbase

Overview

Beja Airport, located in southern Portugal, serves as a medium-sized airport with significant military and civilian aviation capabilities. Situated at an elevation of 636 feet MSL near the city of Beja, the airport offers two substantial concrete runways capable of handling diverse aircraft operations. Its strategic location provides important aviation infrastructure for the Alentejo region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 73.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent western winds averaging 7.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from -1°C to 37°C, with an average of 14.6°C, which supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Both runways (01L/19R and 01R/19L) demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with consistent low average crosswind conditions of 5.1 knots. The airport experiences fog in 16.5% of observations, primarily during non-peak months. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare instances of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for visual flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Prevailing westerly winds at 270 degrees suggest consistent runway 19 approaches. Pilots should anticipate potential fog and prepare accordingly, though it affects less than one-fifth of observations. Both runways provide extensive length (11,319 and 9,682 feet), offering flexibility for various aircraft types.

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.