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Podkonické pleše

9🟡 Marginal

Slovakia · Takeoff 951 m

Forecast next days

2026-10-0340

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~1939 m, viento 6 km/h.

Wind max: 6 km/h
Base: 1939 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 7.5
2026-10-0440

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~2113 m, viento 8 km/h.

Wind max: 8 km/h
Base: 2113 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 9.1
2026-10-0540

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~1760 m, viento 9 km/h.

Wind max: 9 km/h
Base: 1760 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 7.5
2026-10-0640

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~1790 m, viento 9 km/h.

Wind max: 9 km/h
Base: 1790 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 5.9

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Takeoff description

Mildly graduating big grass field. If no wind one needs to run a bit. After take off proceed directly straight above ridge. In case you will not find any thermal you will land in the field down ahead.

About this site

Podkonické pleše is a paragliding launch site in Slovakia, near Banska Bystrica. Takeoff elevation is 951 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 9/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: S. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.