Liège Airport

EBLG / LGG

Grâce-Hollogne, BE

Last Updated
Mar 15, 11:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
11:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
7 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBLG 151120Z 17007KT 9999 SCT010 06/03 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 659 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,659 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Liège Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 7 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Shallow Fog, Mist, Rain, Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Shallow Fog, Mist between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Rain, Showers Rain between 23:00Z 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (659 ft)
Pressure Alt
577 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -345 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EBLG 150500Z 1506/1612 26004KT 9999 FEW030 PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1509 2500 MIFG BR BECMG 1519/1522 20014KT PROB40 TEMPO 1523/1605 4000 RA SHRA BECMG 1602/1605 26010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 200° 14 kt
23:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Rain, Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BLG
04L
22R ✈️
04R
22L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 22R
7,677 ft 148 ft ASP 45°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 22L
12,106 ft 148 ft ASP 45°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EBLG

8,319 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.9%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
13.1%
LIFR
7.7%

Liège Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
6.8%
E
3.9%
SE
13.9%
S
39.8%
SW
16.7%
W
9.3%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8°C
Range: -6°C to 28°C
-6°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

March September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,319 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Liège Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBLG
IATA Code: LGG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 659 ft MSL

Location

City: Grâce-Hollogne
Country: BE
Latitude: 50.638574°
Longitude: 5.443897°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 7,677 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 12,106 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Liège Airport

Overview

Liège Airport (EBLG) is a medium-sized airport located in Grâce-Hollogne, Belgium, situated at an elevation of 659 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways: 04L/22R at 7,677 feet and 04R/22L at 12,106 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Liège Airport demonstrate consistent VFR operations, with 60.9% of observations showing visual flight rules. The prevailing wind is from the south at 180° with an average speed of 9.4 knots, and temperatures range from -6°C to 28°C with an average of 8.3°C. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences at just 3.5%.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location and dual-runway configuration provide excellent operational versatility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions with a modest average crosswind of 4.7 knots. The coordinates (50.638574, 5.443897) place the airport in a relatively flat region of Belgium, which contributes to predictable approach and departure environments.

Approach Considerations

September, November, and December represent the best months for VFR flying, offering the most consistent weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate southern winds and prepare for potential variations in wind speed, which can reach maximum gusts of 28 knots. The parallel runway configuration allows for flexible operational planning based on current wind conditions.

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.