Parma Airport

LIMP / PMF

Parma (PR), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 20:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
20:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
7 kt
350°
8 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIMP 142050Z 35007KT 310V030 8000 BKN020 11/10 Q0999 RETSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 161 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,161 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Parma Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 7 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 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, Patches Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Patches Fog between 00:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (161 ft)
Pressure Alt
589 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 148 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIMP 141700Z 1418/1518 VRB06KT 9999 BKN020 TEMPO 1418/1421 4000 TSRA TEMPO 1500/1505 1500 BCFG BECMG 1508/1510 22012KT BECMG 1513/1515 VRB05KT TEMPO 1514/1517 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Patches Fog
08:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 220° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMP
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
6,962 ft 148 ft ASP 17°
6.1 kt 3.5 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 - LIMP

4,102 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.5%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
19.7%
LIFR
6%

Parma Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
7.3%
E
19%
SE
5%
S
7.2%
SW
18%
W
20.1%
NW
15%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.6°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.4%

Best Months for VFR

September April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,102 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Parma Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIMP
IATA Code: PMF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 161 ft MSL

Location

City: Parma (PR)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.826351°
Longitude: 10.297050°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,962 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Parma Airport

Overview

Parma Airport serves the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy, located near the city of Parma at an elevation of 161 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a 6,962-foot asphalted runway, it supports general aviation, potential regional commercial operations, and serves the transportation needs of the Parma metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Parma Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing in 47.8% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 4.7 knots, with temperature ranges spanning from -6°C to 29°C. Seasonal data indicates September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (02/20) experiences highly favorable wind alignments, with wind conditions supporting runway orientation in 100% of observations. Crosswind components average a modest 3.3 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff conditions. The airport's moderate elevation and geographic location in the Po Valley suggest generally mild terrain challenges.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should account for the airport's westerly wind patterns, which strongly favor runway 02/20. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in only 7% of observations). Pilots should be prepared for potential Marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions, which occur in approximately 22.4% of recorded 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

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.