Petrozavodsk Airport

ULPB / PES

Petrozavodsk, RU

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ULPB 142300Z AUTO 25002MPS 9999 // ///036/// 10/08 Q1008 RMK QFE752/1003

Weather Briefing

VFR

Petrozavodsk Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 21:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (151 ft)
Pressure Alt
309 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -255 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ULPB 141955Z 1421/1506 26003MPS 6000 BKN016 TEMPO 1421/1506 1000 BR BKN005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:50Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LPB
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
8,202 ft 157 ft CON 23°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ULPB

10,034 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.7%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
19.3%
LIFR
6.5%

Petrozavodsk Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.8% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Temperature Range

Average: -0.4°C
Range: -33°C to 22°C
-33°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Statistics computed from 10,034 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Petrozavodsk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ULPB
IATA Code: PES
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 151 ft MSL

Location

City: Petrozavodsk
Country: RU
Latitude: 61.885201°
Longitude: 34.154701°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 157 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Petrozavodsk Airport

Overview

Petrozavodsk Airport serves the capital city of the Republic of Karelia in northwestern Russia, located near Lake Onega. As a medium-sized airport with a single concrete runway measuring 8,202 feet, it supports regional and potential commercial aviation operations in this northern Russian region.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate significant variability in flight conditions, with VFR conditions present 43.8% of the time and more challenging MVFR/IFR conditions occurring 48.7% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -24°C to 22°C, suggesting substantial seasonal climate shifts that pilots must carefully consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

Situated at 151 feet mean sea level, Petrozavodsk Airport is positioned in a relatively low-elevation area near Lake Onega. The airport's geographic location in northwestern Russia suggests potential for challenging northern weather patterns, particularly during winter months when low visibility and cold temperatures are probable.

Approach Considerations

The single runway (02/20) provides straightforward approach options, though specific wind data was limited in the provided observations. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility conditions, with fog present in 1.7% of recorded observations and a significant proportion of non-VFR weather conditions throughout the year.

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.