Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport

LIRZ / PEG

Perugia (PG), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
16 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRZ 141220Z AUTO 23016KT 9999 NCD 21/07 Q1003

Weather Briefing

VFR

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 16 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating relatively dry 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: Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 LIRZ 141100Z 1412/1512 22014KT 9999 BKN040 PROB40 TEMPO 1414/1418 SHRA BECMG 1417/1419 18010KT TEMPO 1509/1512 18016G26KT 4000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
14:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Showers Rain
17:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 180° 10 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRZ
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
7,215 ft 148 ft ASP 14°
12.3 kt 10.3 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 - LIRZ

11,009 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.8%
MVFR
10.2%
IFR
1.7%
LIFR
5.3%

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
39.2%
NE
19.1%
E
3.2%
SE
6.1%
S
10.9%
SW
7.9%
W
7.8%
NW
5.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.2°C
Range: -5°C to 32°C
-5°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,009 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRZ
IATA Code: PEG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 697 ft MSL

Location

City: Perugia (PG)
Country: IT
Latitude: 43.095901°
Longitude: 12.513200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,215 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport

Overview

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport serves the Umbria region in central Italy, located at an elevation of 697 ft MSL near the city of Perugia. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (01/19) measuring 7,215 ft in length, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport's strategic location makes it an important transportation hub for both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LIRZ demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions present 78.3% of the time. Temperatures range from -5°C to 32°C, with an average of 10.9°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots can expect the best VFR months to be September, October, and November, with minimal visibility restrictions and low occurrence of challenging weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) is oriented to accommodate the prevailing northerly winds, which average 6.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Its asphalt surface provides consistent operational capabilities throughout the year. The terrain surrounding Perugia is characteristic of central Italy's hilly landscape, which may require careful navigation and awareness of local topographical features.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 offers excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog conditions, which occur 7.6% of the time, and maintain situational awareness during approach and landing. The consistent wind patterns and low crosswind levels make this runway generally predictable for most aircraft operations.

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.