Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

LECH / CDT

Castellón de la Plana, ES

Last Updated
Jun 7, 14:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
14:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
11 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LECH 071430Z AUTO 12011KT 090V150 9999 FEW021 22/16 Q1024

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,182 ft
FEW 2,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,282 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 11 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 23:00Z and 08:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LECH 071100Z 0712/0812 12009KT 9999 FEW020 TX28/0713Z TN16/0806Z BECMG 0718/0720 VRB03KT PROB30 TEMPO 0723/0808 4000 BR BKN009 BECMG 0810/0812 14008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR VRB 3 kt
23:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 900 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECH
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,858 ft 147 ft Asphalt 57°
5.5 kt 9.5 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 - LECH

12,080 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.6%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
2.2%

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.4%
N
12.9%
S
17.7%
W
7%
NE
12.5%
NW
8.3%
SE
10.5%
SW
11.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.7°C
Range: 0°C to 34°C
0°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

April February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 12,080 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LECH
IATA Code: CDT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,182 ft MSL

Location

City: Castellón de la Plana
Country: ES
Latitude: 40.213889°
Longitude: 0.073333°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

Overview

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport serves the coastal region of Castellón de la Plana in eastern Spain, situated at an elevation of 1182 ft MSL. The airport provides infrastructure for regional and potentially charter aviation operations, positioned strategically near the Mediterranean coastline. Its single runway (06/24) extends 8858 feet and is constructed of asphalt, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LECH are predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR), with 75.8% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 28°C, with an average of 13.2°C, indicating mild climate characteristics. Wind patterns are primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 31 knots, and periods of calm at 9.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location near the Mediterranean coast suggests potential maritime weather influences and terrain interactions. Its elevation at 1182 ft MSL places it in a moderate terrain environment, which could impact wind patterns and approach dynamics. The single runway orientation (06/24) allows for flexible operations with consistent wind alignment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind favorability, with 100% of wind conditions potentially supporting direct or near-direct approaches. Average crosswind conditions are mild at 4.1 knots, providing comfortable landing parameters. Pilots should note September, October, and November offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions based on historical meteorological data.

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.