Rijeka Airport

LDRI / RJK

Omišalj, HR

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
4 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LDRI 150700Z 17004KT 110V250 9999 FEW030 17/10 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 278 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,278 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rijeka Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°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: Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 10:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 03:00Z 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 LDRI 150525Z 1506/1606 12005KT 9999 SCT030 BKN045 TX17/1511Z TN11/1603Z PROB40 TEMPO 1510/1521 4000 RA BKN010 OVC030 PROB30 TEMPO 1511/1519 14015KT TSRA BKN025 FEW030CB PROB30 TEMPO 1603/1606 RA BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Rain
11:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
MVFR 140° 15 kt
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DRI
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,164 ft 148 ft PEM 143°
3.5 kt 2.0 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 - LDRI

11,043 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.1%
MVFR
6.2%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.6%

Rijeka Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 96 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 96 kt
Calm Winds: 5.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.6%
N
11.5%
S
5.5%
W
9.5%
NE
22.8%
NW
7.5%
SE
18.2%
SW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.2°C
Range: -4°C to 29°C
-4°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

April November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,043 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rijeka Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LDRI
IATA Code: RJK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 278 ft MSL

Location

City: Omišalj
Country: HR
Latitude: 45.216900°
Longitude: 14.570300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,164 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Rijeka Airport

Overview

Rijeka Airport serves the northern Adriatic coastal region of Croatia, located in Omišalj on the island of Krk. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 278 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 93% of the time, with extremely limited IFR (1%) and LIFR (0.3%) occurrences. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 45 knots and calm conditions 6.2% of the time. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 29°C, with an average of 12.1°C, providing relatively stable operating conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 14/32 is 8,164 feet long with a PEM (Pavement) surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. The airport's coastal location near the Adriatic Sea introduces potential maritime weather influences, including variable wind conditions and occasional reduced visibility. Pilots should be attentive to the local topography and potential wind shear effects typical of island airport environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.5 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR operations, offering the most consistent and predictable flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility or fog.

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.