Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase

LYPG / TGD

Podgorica, ME

Last Updated
May 14, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LYPG 141700Z 21006KT 170V240 9999 FEW034 21/08 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
FEW 3,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,541 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating relatively dry 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z 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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
419 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,173 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LYPG 141100Z 1412/1512 16009KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040 TX24/1413Z TN13/1504Z TEMPO 1423/1512 18015G25KT 3000 TSRA SCT030CB SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z TEMPO
+6h
IFR 180° 15 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPG
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 184°
5.2 kt 3.0 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 - LYPG

11,066 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.4%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
2.6%
LIFR
1.6%

Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
32.3%
NE
4%
E
5.5%
SE
14.1%
S
12%
SW
4.1%
W
5.2%
NW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.7°C
Range: -5°C to 32°C
-5°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,066 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LYPG
IATA Code: TGD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Podgorica
Country: ME
Latitude: 42.359402°
Longitude: 19.251900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase

Overview

Podgorica Airport serves as Montenegro's primary international airport, located in the central part of the country near the capital city. Situated at an elevation of 141 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports both civilian and military operations from its Golubovci Airbase location.

Flying Conditions

The airport's single runway 18/36 measures 8,202 feet in length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types and operations. Its moderate elevation and geographic position suggest potential for variable wind conditions, which pilots should carefully monitor during approach and departure phases.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 42.359402, 19.251900, Podgorica Airport is surrounded by Montenegro's diverse terrain, including proximity to mountainous regions. The airport's large classification indicates significant infrastructure to support complex aviation activities and potentially challenging local geographic interactions.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway oriented 18/36, pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios during landing and takeoff. The airport's elevation and geographic context suggest careful attention to local terrain and potential wind shear conditions when planning approaches and departures.

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.