Pau Pyrénées Airport

LFBP / PUF

Pau/Pyrénées (Uzein), FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
3 kt
140°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBP 040900Z AUTO 14003KT CAVOK 13/08 Q1019 NOSIG
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (616 ft)
Pressure Alt
444 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 352 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBP 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT CAVOK BECMG 0411/0413 08005KT BECMG 0500/0502 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 80° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBP
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 125°
3.0 kt 0.5 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 - LFBP

8,060 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.9%
MVFR
17.8%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
5.2%

Pau Pyrénées Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 3.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.4%
NE
5.4%
E
16.1%
SE
23%
S
6.4%
SW
13.8%
W
20%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -7°C to 33°C
-7°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.1%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,060 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pau Pyrénées Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBP
IATA Code: PUF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 616 ft MSL

Location

City: Pau/Pyrénées (Uzein)
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.380001°
Longitude: -0.418611°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pau Pyrénées Airport

Overview

Pau Pyrénées Airport serves the Pyrénées region in southwestern France, located near the city of Pau at an elevation of 616 feet MSL. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities, strategically positioned between the Atlantic coast and the Pyrenees mountain range.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pau Pyrénées Airport predominantly support visual flight rules, with 66.1% of observations showing VFR conditions. Temperature variations range significantly from -7°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.2°C, presenting potential seasonal operational considerations for pilots. Wind patterns are consistently southeast (135°) with an average speed of 5.4 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 13/31 spans 8,202 feet with an asphalted surface, offering substantial landing capabilities. The airport's geographical position near the Pyrenees suggests potential for complex terrain-influenced wind patterns and visibility conditions. Calm wind conditions occur in 4.1% of observations, indicating relatively stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots, providing predictable approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in 7.8% of observations). October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation operations.

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
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.