Lahr Airport

EDTL / LHA

Lahr/Schwarzwald, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
16:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
7 kt
20°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDTL 041620Z 02007KT CAVOK 15/06 Q1023

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDTL 041400Z 0415/0424 VRB03KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DTL
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
9,842 ft 148 ft ASP 28°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDTL

7,360 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.4%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
11.7%
LIFR
12.4%

Lahr Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 24.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.1%
NE
6.6%
E
2.8%
SE
6.8%
S
29.9%
SW
21.5%
W
4.5%
NW
3.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -9°C to 30°C
-9°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lahr Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDTL
IATA Code: LHA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 511 ft MSL

Location

City: Lahr/Schwarzwald
Country: DE
Latitude: 48.369301°
Longitude: 7.827720°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lahr Airport

Overview

Lahr Airport is located in the Schwarzwald region of southwestern Germany, serving as a medium-sized airport with significant general aviation capabilities. Situated at an elevation of 511 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lahr/Schwarzwald area, offering a substantial 9,842-foot asphalt runway capable of accommodating various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lahr Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions present 63.6% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -9°C to 30°C, with an average of 7.1°C. Wind patterns are primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 6.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 26 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in the Schwarzwald region suggests potential terrain considerations for pilots, with surrounding mountainous landscape typical of southwestern Germany. The single runway (03/21) experiences highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.1 knots, providing consistently stable approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most predictable during October, September, and November, which represent the best VFR months. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present only 5.1% of the time). Pilots should be prepared for occasional IFR conditions, which occur approximately 22.9% of the time, combining standard IFR (10%) and LIFR (12.9%) scenarios.

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.