Poprad-Tatry Airport

LZTT / TAT

Poprad, SK

Last Updated
May 15, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
9 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LZTT 151030Z 21009KT 170V240 9999 FEW044 BKN059 14/07 Q1001 TEMPO TSRA FEW030CB BKN035

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,356 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
FEW 4,400 ft AGL
BKN 5,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,356 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,856 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,756 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,256 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Poprad-Tatry Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 9 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 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, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Rain, Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 08:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 20:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
922 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,356 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,724 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,169 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LZTT 150812Z 1508/1606 VRB02KT 9999 SCT045 TEMPO 1508/1519 SHRA FEW025CB BKN045 PROB30 TEMPO 1511/1517 24012KT 2500 TSRA FEW020 SCT035CB BECMG 1519/1521 -RA SCT018 BKN027 TEMPO 1520/1606 RA BKN009 OVC018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
IFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Thunderstorm Rain
19:00Z BECMG
+9h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,700 ft
Light Rain
20:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Ceiling: 900 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZTT
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,530 ft 148 ft CON 94°
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LZTT

10,964 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.1%
MVFR
13.2%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
9%

Poprad-Tatry Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 4.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.6%
N
2.8%
S
8.3%
W
38.1%
NE
12.6%
NW
8.2%
SE
5.9%
SW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.5°C
Range: -16°C to 26°C
-16°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.3%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,964 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Poprad-Tatry Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LZTT
IATA Code: TAT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,356 ft MSL

Location

City: Poprad
Country: SK
Latitude: 49.073601°
Longitude: 20.241100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Poprad-Tatry Airport

Overview

Poprad-Tatry Airport serves the High Tatras region in Slovakia, situated at an elevation of 2,356 feet MSL near the city of Poprad. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure in this mountainous area of central Europe, supporting regional and potentially international flight operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Poprad-Tatry are predominantly VFR, with 67.8% of observations showing good visual flight conditions. Pilots can expect significant variability, with MVFR and IFR conditions present 26.4% of the time. Prevailing westerly winds average 7.8 knots, with temperature ranges from -16°C to 26°C creating diverse atmospheric conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 09/27 extends 8,530 feet and is constructed of concrete, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its high elevation and proximity to mountainous terrain require careful navigation and awareness of potential wind and terrain interactions. The surrounding geography of the High Tatras presents unique meteorological and topographical challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Optimal VFR months include October, September, and January, providing more predictable flying conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog (13.3% occurrence) and variable visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles but potential for reduced visual references.

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.