Innsbruck Airport

LOWI / INN

Innsbruck, AT

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
4 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWI 141520Z 12004KT 9999 -RA FEW011 SCT015 BKN022 08/05 Q1001 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,907 ft
FEW 1,100 ft AGL
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,007 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,407 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,107 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Innsbruck Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°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: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Patches Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 02:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Patches Fog between 02:00Z and 07:00Z.

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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
937 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,907 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,275 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,893 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LOWI 141115Z 1412/1512 09005KT 9999 FEW010 BKN030 TX11/1512Z TN06/1503Z TEMPO 1412/1502 4500 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1415/1419 27010KT 2500 +SHRA FEW050CB PROB40 TEMPO 1502/1507 2500 BCFG BKN012 TEMPO 1509/1512 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
02:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Patches Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OWI
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 81°
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 - LOWI

11,098 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83%
MVFR
9.2%
IFR
5%
LIFR
2.7%

Innsbruck Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.4%
NE
5.8%
E
23.9%
SE
7.3%
S
5.5%
SW
5.9%
W
46.3%
NW
2.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -14°C to 31°C
-14°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,098 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Innsbruck Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWI
IATA Code: INN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,907 ft MSL

Location

City: Innsbruck
Country: AT
Latitude: 47.260201°
Longitude: 11.344000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Innsbruck Airport

Overview

Innsbruck Airport serves as a critical transportation hub in the Austrian Alps, located at 1907 ft MSL in the Tyrol region. The airport handles regional and international flights, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations in a mountainous terrain environment.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 81.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 31°C indicate significant seasonal variation, while prevailing westerly winds averaging 5.3 knots provide consistent wind characteristics. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present in only 2.2% of observations.

Notable Features

Situated in a complex alpine landscape, Innsbruck Airport presents unique geographical challenges for pilots. The single runway (08/26) extends 6562 feet on an asphalt surface, oriented to take advantage of local terrain and wind patterns. The airport's elevation and surrounding mountainous terrain require heightened situational awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 1.6 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential alpine weather dynamics and prepare for rapid meteorological changes typical of mountain airport environments.

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.