Klagenfurt Airport

LOWK / KLU

Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, AT

Last Updated
May 14, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWK 141320Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 -RA FEW008 SCT044 BKN048 10/08 Q1002 TEMPO RA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,472 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
SCT 4,400 ft AGL
BKN 4,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,272 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,872 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,272 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Klagenfurt Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 04:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 17:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 05:00Z.

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.

QNH
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,472 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,810 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,563 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LOWK 141115Z 1412/1512 VRB05KT 9999 SCT025 BKN050 TX11/1412Z TN07/1502Z TEMPO 1412/1504 VRB10KT SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1417/1422 23015KT TSRA FEW030CB BKN040 TEMPO 1422/1505 BKN014 TEMPO 1508/1512 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1508/1512 TSRA FEW030CB BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
17:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
MVFR 230° 15 kt
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
22:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OWK
10L
28R
10R
28L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10L/28R 8,924 ft 148 ft CON 106° No wind data
10R/28L 2,427 ft 90 ft GRS 106° 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 - LOWK

11,110 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.9%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
16.1%

Klagenfurt Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 24.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.5%
NE
12.7%
E
25.3%
SE
5.9%
S
2.8%
SW
4.5%
W
20.9%
NW
17.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -15°C to 27°C
-15°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.4%

Best Months for VFR

March April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,110 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Klagenfurt Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWK
IATA Code: KLU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,472 ft MSL

Location

City: Klagenfurt am Wörthersee
Country: AT
Latitude: 46.642502°
Longitude: 14.337700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 8,924 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 2,427 ft
Width: 90 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Klagenfurt Airport

Overview

Klagenfurt Airport serves the Carinthia region in southern Austria, situated near the city of Klagenfurt am Wörthersee. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the southeastern Austrian alpine terrain. The airport operates at an elevation of 1,472 feet mean sea level, positioned in a geographically strategic location.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Klagenfurt Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 56.1% of the time. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges, as Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Low Instrument Flight Rules (LIFR) combine for 33.2% of observed conditions. Temperature ranges from -15°C to 27°C, with an average of 4.6°C, suggesting potential seasonal performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 8,924-foot concrete runway (10L/28R) and a 2,427-foot grass runway (10R/28L). Prevailing winds consistently blow from the east (90 degrees) at an average speed of 3.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with a minimal average crosswind of 1.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and November represent the most favorable months for Visual Flight Rules operations. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog conditions, which are present 13.4% of the time, and maintain awareness of the alpine regional terrain when planning approaches.

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.