Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport

LFMP / PGF

Perpignan/Rivesaltes, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
6 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMP 041030Z AUTO 06006KT 9999 OVC016 13/11 Q1024 TEMPO BKN010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 144 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
OVC 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,144 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,744 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (144 ft)
Pressure Alt
-179 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -384 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFMP 040800Z 0409/0509 VRB03KT 9999 BKN025 OVC040 BECMG 0409/0410 07010KT PROB40 TEMPO 0409/0413 -RA BKN010 BECMG 0418/0420 VRB03KT TEMPO 0419/0509 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 3 kt
19:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMP
13 ✈️
31
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
3,560 ft 66 ft ASP 128°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 148°
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFMP

7,903 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.2%
MVFR
12.8%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
1.2%

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 48 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 48 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
4.1%
E
10.1%
SE
7.9%
S
3.3%
SW
10.7%
W
23.6%
NW
32.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.1°C
Range: -1°C to 31°C
-1°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,903 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMP
IATA Code: PGF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 144 ft MSL

Location

City: Perpignan/Rivesaltes
Country: FR
Latitude: 42.740398°
Longitude: 2.870670°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,560 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport

Overview

Perpignan-Rivesaltes Airport serves the southern French region near the Spanish border, located at an elevation of 144 ft MSL. The airport accommodates medium-sized aircraft operations with two asphalted runways providing substantial landing capabilities. Its strategic location in the Pyrénées-Orientales department supports regional transportation and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFMP demonstrate highly favorable flying environments, with VFR conditions present 77.8% of the time. Temperatures range from -1°C to 31°C, with an average of 13.7°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the northwest at an average of 8.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 37 knots, offering consistent but occasionally challenging wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 13/31 at 3,560 feet and 15/33 at 8,202 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components of 3.1 and 4.8 knots respectively. The geographical positioning near the Mediterranean coast likely contributes to the airport's relatively stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most prevalent during autumn months, specifically November, September, and October. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwestern winds and prepare for potential wind variations. The extensive 15/33 runway offers significant landing options, while the lower crosswind averages suggest generally straightforward approach and landing scenarios.

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

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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.