Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport

LESU / LEU

La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra, ES

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LESU 221100Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW075 21/10 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,625 ft
FEW 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,125 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 02:00Z.

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 220800Z 2209/2309 VRB04KT 9999 FEW030 TX28/2214Z TN08/2305Z TEMPO 2212/2218 23010KT PROB40 TEMPO 2212/2302 TS SHRA FEW025CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 230° 10 kt
12:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers 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 4,157 ft 92 ft ASP 31° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LESU

3,880 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.5%
MVFR
3.7%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
4.5%

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 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: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 6.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
11.4%
E
5.7%
SE
1.8%
S
12.2%
SW
40.9%
W
5.2%
NW
8.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.2°C
Range: -8°C to 30°C
-8°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.9%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 3,880 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 3,880 weather observations, LESU experiences excellent VFR conditions 89.5% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region. Fog affects the airport in approximately 8.9% 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 6.6 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 11.2°C (52°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 3,880 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.