Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase

LYPG / TGD

Podgorica, ME

Last Updated
May 15, 00:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
3 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LYPG 150030Z 28003KT 9999 FEW010 SCT026 BKN050 14/14 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,141 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,741 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,141 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
359 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 273 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LYPG 142300Z 1500/1524 16008KT 9999 SCT040 BKN070 TX21/1513Z TN14/1504Z TEMPO 1500/1515 VRB15G25KT 4000 TSRA SCT030CB BKN040 TEMPO 1522/1524 VRB15G25KT 3000 TSRA SCT030CB BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPG
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 184°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LYPG

11,066 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.4%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
2.6%
LIFR
1.6%

Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
32.3%
NE
4%
E
5.5%
SE
14.1%
S
12%
SW
4.1%
W
5.2%
NW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.7°C
Range: -5°C to 32°C
-5°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,066 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LYPG
IATA Code: TGD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Podgorica
Country: ME
Latitude: 42.359402°
Longitude: 19.251900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase

Overview

Podgorica Airport serves as Montenegro's primary international airport, located in the central part of the country near the capital city. Situated at an elevation of 141 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports both civilian and military operations from its Golubovci Airbase location.

Flying Conditions

The airport's single runway 18/36 measures 8,202 feet in length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types and operations. Its moderate elevation and geographic position suggest potential for variable wind conditions, which pilots should carefully monitor during approach and departure phases.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 42.359402, 19.251900, Podgorica Airport is surrounded by Montenegro's diverse terrain, including proximity to mountainous regions. The airport's large classification indicates significant infrastructure to support complex aviation activities and potentially challenging local geographic interactions.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway oriented 18/36, pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios during landing and takeoff. The airport's elevation and geographic context suggest careful attention to local terrain and potential wind shear conditions when planning approaches and departures.

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.