Dole Tavaux Airport

LFGJ / DLE

Dole, FR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFGJ 101500Z AUTO 25006KT 9999 ///TCU 17/08 Q1021 TEMPO TSRA FEW030CB BKN045

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 645 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,645 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,145 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dole Tavaux Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 16:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 16:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (645 ft)
Pressure Alt
413 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 808 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFGJ 101400Z 1015/1024 VRB04KT 9999 FEW040 BKN080 TEMPO 1015/1016 SHRA FEW030CB BKN045 PROB30 TEMPO 1015/1016 TSRA PROB40 TEMPO 1016/1018 -SHRA FEW030TCU BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FGJ
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
7,318 ft 148 ft ASP 55°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - LFGJ

12,641 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.8%
MVFR
14.3%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
9.2%

Dole Tavaux Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 187.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.8%
NE
16.5%
E
9.3%
SE
4%
S
28.8%
SW
13.7%
W
4.8%
NW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -9°C to 33°C
-9°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 187.6%

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 12,641 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dole Tavaux Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFGJ
IATA Code: DLE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 645 ft MSL

Location

City: Dole
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.038955°
Longitude: 5.427589°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,318 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dole Tavaux Airport

Overview

Dole Tavaux Airport is a medium-sized airport located in the Dole region of France, situated at an elevation of 645 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 47.038955, 5.427589, the airport serves regional aviation needs with a single runway (05/23) measuring 7,318 feet and constructed of asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate variable flight conditions, with VFR prevailing at 57.3% of the time. Pilots can expect significant variability, with MVFR, IFR, and LIFR conditions collectively accounting for 42.7% of observations. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 30°C, with an average of 8.3°C, suggesting potential for significant temperature-related performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southerly winds (180°) with an average speed of 7.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 2.4% of the time. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with September, October, and January identified as the most favorable VFR months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, with an average crosswind component of 4.1 knots. This suggests consistent operational flexibility across the runway's length. Pilots should be prepared for potential seasonal weather variations and utilize the runway's full 7,318-foot length for optimal approach and landing performance.

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.