Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

LFBO / TLS

Toulouse/Blagnac, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
9 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBO 222130Z AUTO 15009KT 120V180 9999 FEW013 15/13 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 499 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,799 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 9 knots. Runway 14L/32R is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (499 ft)
Pressure Alt
357 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 477 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBO 221700Z 2218/2324 12012KT 9999 FEW050CB SCT070TCU BKN080 PROB40 TEMPO 2218/2220 VRB15KT 3000 TSRA BKN050CB BECMG 2220/2222 BKN040 BECMG 2302/2304 CAVOK BECMG 2307/2309 13015G25KT PROB30 TEMPO 2310/2316 13020G35KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
07:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 130° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBO
14L ✈️
32R
14R ✈️
32L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14L/32R
Active: 14L
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 143°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
✈️ 14R/32L
Active: 14R
11,483 ft 148 ft ASP 143°
8.9 kt 1.6 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 - LFBO

10,241 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.6%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
12.1%
LIFR
6%

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
2.1%
E
6.2%
SE
25.3%
S
13.1%
SW
4.7%
W
26.4%
NW
15.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -8°C to 32°C
-8°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.9%

Best Months for VFR

October April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 10,241 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBO
IATA Code: TLS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 499 ft MSL

Location

City: Toulouse/Blagnac
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.629101°
Longitude: 1.363820°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

Overview

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in southwestern France, located in the Haute-Garonne region near Toulouse. As a large airport with substantial runway infrastructure, it supports both commercial passenger operations and significant aerospace manufacturing activity, reflecting Toulouse's important role in European aviation and aerospace industries.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 499 feet mean sea level, the airport experiences moderate elevation characteristics typical of southern French terrain. Pilots can expect generally stable weather conditions, with two substantial parallel runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L) providing operational flexibility across different wind conditions and providing a total available runway length of approximately 21,326 feet.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position at coordinates 43.629101, 1.363820 places it in a relatively flat region with minimal terrain challenges. Both runways are paved with asphalt surfaces, offering consistent and predictable landing characteristics. The substantial runway lengths (9,843 ft and 11,483 ft) accommodate a wide range of aircraft types, from regional carriers to large international passenger and cargo aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Parallel runway configuration allows for efficient arrivals and departures with multiple approach options. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios given the runway orientation of 14/32, which typically indicates winds from northwest to southeast quadrants. The extensive runway lengths provide generous margins for various aircraft performance envelopes and operational requirements.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.