Vitoria Airport

LEVT / VIT

Alava, ES

Last Updated
May 14, 20:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
4 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
4,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEVT 142030Z 26004KT 210V300 9999 FEW022 BKN043 09/05 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,682 ft
FEW 2,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,882 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,982 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vitoria Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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, Heavy Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 00:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 LEVT 141700Z 1418/1518 32009KT 9999 FEW015 BKN021 TX13/1515Z TN07/1506Z PROB30 TEMPO 1418/1424 3000 RA BKN010 PROB40 TEMPO 1418/1422 32015G25KT TEMPO 1500/1518 3000 RA BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 1502/1508 0800 +RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,100 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Rain
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.8 km
Heavy Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EVT
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
11,483 ft 148 ft CON 35°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEVT

11,353 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.8%
MVFR
22.6%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
4.2%

Vitoria Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 9.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.4%
NE
11%
E
7.5%
SE
4.7%
S
6.8%
SW
25.2%
W
9.9%
NW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -7°C to 35°C
-7°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,353 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vitoria Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEVT
IATA Code: VIT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,682 ft MSL

Location

City: Alava
Country: ES
Latitude: 42.882801°
Longitude: -2.724470°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Vitoria Airport

Overview

Vitoria Airport serves the Alava region in northern Spain, operating as a medium-sized airport with significant regional importance. Located at an elevation of 1682 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, with a substantial runway measuring 11,483 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Vitoria Airport are predominantly favorable for flying, with VFR conditions present 69.8% of the time. The prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 6.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 35°C, creating diverse seasonal flying environments, with October, September, and January offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (04/22) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The terrain surrounding the airport is characterized by its moderate elevation, which can influence approach and departure procedures. Crosswind conditions are generally mild, averaging only 2.7 knots across the runway.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should expect generally stable approach conditions, with high visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (7.4% of observations). The runway's substantial length of 11,483 feet provides ample space for various aircraft types, and the consistent wind patterns from the southwest offer predictable landing and takeoff scenarios.

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.