Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

LECH / CDT

Castellón de la Plana, ES

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
50°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LECH 221700Z AUTO 05005KT 020V090 CAVOK 19/12 Q1014

Weather Briefing

VFR

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 5 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Fog, DZRA. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 221100Z 2212/2312 11007KT CAVOK TX28/2213Z TN11/2306Z TEMPO 2214/2224 FEW070CB PROB30 TEMPO 2215/2221 TSRA FEW070CB BECMG 2220/2222 04008KT TEMPO 2220/2312 BKN010 PROB40 TEMPO 2222/2308 3000 BR BKN005 PROB30 TEMPO 2300/2307 0600 FG VV001 TEMPO 2309/2312 DZRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km
20:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 40° 8 kt
20:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
22:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 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°
4.9 kt 0.9 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 - LECH

9,922 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.1%
MVFR
15.6%
IFR
3.9%
LIFR
2.4%

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 28°C with an average of 12.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.7%
NE
11.9%
E
10.6%
SE
9.1%
S
17.7%
SW
12.5%
W
7.9%
NW
9.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: 0°C to 28°C
0°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

April February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,922 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.