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Vienna

Vienna International Airport

LOWW
495
Flights/Day
21:24
Local Time
Vienna
Timezone
600ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
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VFR
24°C
Clear • 16kt • 1017.00"
Observed: 18:50 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
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13:00 TEMPO
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Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) CB (storm) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %
TAF valid until 02:00 local time
About Vienna International Airport

Vienna's Danube Valley location creates occasional fog. Alpine influences bring föhn winds and moderate turbulence.

Is Vienna Airport turbulent?

Vienna's location on the Danube plain makes it susceptible to autumn and winter fog. Low clouds can form at just 100-200 feet, severely limiting visibility and requiring CAT-III approaches. Current conditions frequently show mist with visibility below 2km. The airport's continental climate also brings occasional summer thunderstorms.

  • Low cloud ceilings can drop to 200 feet
  • Fog and mist frequently reduce visibility below 2km
  • Continental climate brings cold winters and warm summers
Why is Vienna prone to fog?

The Danube valley and surrounding plains create ideal conditions for radiation fog, which forms on clear, calm nights and can persist through morning. Continental high-pressure systems in winter trap cold air near the surface, allowing fog to develop and linger. The flat terrain offers no features to break up fog layers.

When is the best time to fly from Vienna?

Late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September) offer the clearest conditions. Winter fog peaks November through February. Summer is generally good but afternoon thunderstorms occasionally develop. Afternoon flights are often more reliable than early morning departures during fog season.

Is turbulence at Vienna dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Vienna?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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