Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport

LIPQ / TRS

Ronchi dei Legionari (GO), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
4 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
6,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPQ 142220Z AUTO 04004KT 360V080 9999 -RA OVC063/// 11/09 Q0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 39 ft
OVC 6,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,339 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6300 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 07:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIPQ 141700Z 1418/1518 19012KT 9999 SCT020 BKN060 TEMPO 1418/1424 3000 TSRA BKN014 TEMPO 1500/1507 4000 SHRA TEMPO 1507/1518 4000 TSRA BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Showers Rain
07:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPQ
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 90°
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 - LIPQ

11,045 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.4%
MVFR
10.6%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
5.3%

Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.9%
NE
18.4%
E
24.7%
SE
9.6%
S
8.3%
SW
6.6%
W
5.8%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -7°C to 29°C
-7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,045 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPQ
IATA Code: TRS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 39 ft MSL

Location

City: Ronchi dei Legionari (GO)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.827499°
Longitude: 13.472200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport

Overview

Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport serves the northeastern Italian region, located near Ronchi dei Legionari in the Gorizia province. The medium-sized airport sits at 39 feet above mean sea level, positioned at coordinates 45.827499, 13.472200. Its strategic location provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Friuli Venezia Giulia region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.5% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 4.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 29°C, with an average of 10.3°C, presenting relatively moderate thermal conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 extends 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. The airport's geographical positioning provides relatively stable wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind alignment for the primary runway. Calm wind conditions are minimal, occurring in only 0.4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility. September, October, and December represent the most favorable VFR months. The average crosswind on runway 09/27 is just 2.6 knots, suggesting generally predictable approach and landing conditions.

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.