Venice Marco Polo Airport

LIPZ / VCE

Venezia (VE), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
3 kt
Variable
7 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPZ 142220Z VRB03KT 7000 SHRA BKN040 11/10 Q0999 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,007 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Venice Marco Polo Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

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 30 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, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Patches Fog between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7 ft)
Pressure Alt
435 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -43 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIPZ 141700Z 1418/1524 VRB05KT 9999 SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 1418/1424 3000 TSRA BKN012 TEMPO 1501/1505 1500 BCFG BKN005 TEMPO 1509/1518 4000 SHRA BECMG 1510/1512 17012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
01:00Z TEMPO
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Patches Fog
09:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Showers Rain
10:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 170° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPZ
04L
22R
04R
22L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04L/22R 9,121 ft 148 ft ASP 42° No wind data
04R/22L 10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 42° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPZ

11,030 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.9%
MVFR
11.3%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
7.6%

Venice Marco Polo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.8%
NE
28.9%
E
11.4%
SE
9.4%
S
8.7%
SW
6.2%
W
6.4%
NW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -5°C to 27°C
-5°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,030 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Venice Marco Polo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPZ
IATA Code: VCE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Venezia (VE)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.505299°
Longitude: 12.351900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 9,121 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Venice Marco Polo Airport

Overview

Venice Marco Polo Airport serves as the primary international airport for the Venetian region, located approximately 8 kilometers north of Venice itself. Situated at a low elevation of 7 feet mean sea level, the airport is strategically positioned to support commercial and passenger traffic in northeastern Italy. It features two parallel asphalt runways capable of handling large aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near the Adriatic Sea contributes to variable meteorological conditions that pilots should carefully monitor. Seasonal wind patterns can significantly influence runway selection and approach procedures, with prevailing winds potentially affecting aircraft performance. The low elevation and proximity to maritime environments suggest potential challenges with visibility, fog, and rapid weather transitions.

Notable Features

Venice Marco Polo Airport is characterized by its complex geographic setting within the Venetian lagoon, presenting unique navigational considerations for pilots. The parallel runway configuration (04L/22R and 04R/22L) provides operational flexibility, with substantial runway lengths of 9,121 and 10,827 feet respectively. The airport's infrastructure supports international and regional aircraft movements in a geographically sensitive environment.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (04/22) indicates potential crosswind scenarios that pilots must anticipate during arrivals and departures. The substantial runway lengths provide significant operational margins for various aircraft types, supporting comprehensive approach strategies. Pilots should expect potential maritime meteorological influences and prepare for potential rapid weather transitions characteristic of the Venetian coastal region.

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
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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.