Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport

LESU / LEU

La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra, ES

Last Updated
Apr 11, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
16:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
10 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
8,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LESU 111600Z 19010KT 9999 OVC087 23/02 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,625 ft
OVC 8,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,325 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 8.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 10 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8700 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry 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: Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 15:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 LESU 111400Z 1115/1215 VRB03KT CAVOK TX16/1214Z TN04/1205Z TEMPO 1115/1119 22014KT TEMPO 1115/1118 22015G25KT PROB30 TEMPO 1115/1124 VRB15G25KT FEW100CB TEMPO 1210/1215 2000 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
10:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ESU
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,157 ft 92 ft ASP 31°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LESU

3,669 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.1%
MVFR
3.8%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
4.7%

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 7.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.8%
N
6.8%
S
12%
W
5.5%
NE
10.8%
NW
9.1%
SE
1.8%
SW
41.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -8°C to 30°C
-8°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.4%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,669 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LESU
IATA Code: LEU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,625 ft MSL

Location

City: La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra
Country: ES
Latitude: 42.338600°
Longitude: 1.409170°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,157 ft
Width: 92 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport (LESU/LEU) is located in La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra, ES at an elevation of 2,625 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 4,157 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 3,669 weather observations, LESU experiences excellent VFR conditions 89.1% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region. Fog affects the airport in approximately 9.4% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LESU come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 6.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -8°C (18°F) to 30°C (86°F), averaging 10.8°C (51°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.95 to 10.27 inHg (337-348 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,669 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.