Mostar International Airport

LQMO / OMO

Mostar, BA

Last Updated
May 15, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
10 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LQMO 150900Z 17010KT 9999 FEW035 SCT045 BKN055 20/10 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 156 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,656 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,656 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,656 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mostar International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 10 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 06:00Z.

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 LQMO 150500Z 1506/1606 12006KT 9999 SCT050 TX21/1513Z TN14/1604Z BECMG 1506/1509 18012KT PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1512 5000 TSRA FEW035CB BKN045 TEMPO 1509/1524 18015G25KT PROB30 TEMPO 1522/1606 22015G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW035CB BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QMO
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
7,874 ft 158 ft ASP 158°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - LQMO

11,032 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.9%
MVFR
5.5%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
3.4%

Mostar International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 9.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.3%
N
17.4%
S
22.9%
W
3%
NE
8%
NW
6.5%
SE
24.6%
SW
5.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.1°C
Range: -10°C to 32°C
-10°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.3%

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,032 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mostar International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LQMO
IATA Code: OMO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 156 ft MSL

Location

City: Mostar
Country: BA
Latitude: 43.282902°
Longitude: 17.845900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 158 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mostar International Airport

Overview

Mostar International Airport (LQMO) serves the historic city of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated at an elevation of 156 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, with a single asphalt runway (15/33) measuring 7,874 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mostar are predominantly VFR, with 85.3% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The airport experiences a significant southeast wind pattern averaging 6 knots, with potential gusts up to 60 knots. Temperature variations are substantial, ranging from -10°C to 32°C, with an average of 10.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location presents unique terrain considerations, positioned near mountainous regions of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Pilots should note the consistent wind patterns, with southeastern winds (135°) being the prevailing direction. Calm wind conditions occur in 10.2% of observations, providing relatively stable approach environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 7.2% 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.