Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport

LFMT / MPL

Montpellier/Méditerranée, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
90°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMT 041030Z AUTO 09005KT CAVOK 17/08 Q1025 NOSIG
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (17 ft)
Pressure Alt
-336 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -92 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFMT 040800Z 0409/0509 02007KT CAVOK BECMG 0412/0414 14010KT BECMG 0417/0419 01004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 140° 10 kt
17:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 10° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMT
12L ✈️
30R
12R ✈️
30L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12L/30R
Active: 12L
8,530 ft 164 ft ASP 124°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 12R/30L
Active: 12R
3,609 ft 98 ft ASP 124°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFMT

7,934 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
1.6%

Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.8%
NE
14.9%
E
8.7%
SE
12.1%
S
4.9%
SW
4.8%
W
17.7%
NW
14.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.4°C
Range: -5°C to 29°C
-5°C 29°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12L/30R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 12R/30L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,934 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMT
IATA Code: MPL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 17 ft MSL

Location

City: Montpellier/Méditerranée
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.576199°
Longitude: 3.963010°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12L/30R
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12R/30L
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport

Overview

Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport serves the southern French city of Montpellier, located near the Mediterranean coast. Positioned at a low elevation of 17 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations with two asphalt runways accommodating diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 73.4% of observations showing clear weather and only 9.3% reporting IFR conditions. The region experiences moderate wind patterns, typically from the North at an average of 9 knots, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 29°C and an average of 12.9°C. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (12L/30R and 12R/30L) with substantial length differences - 8,530 ft and 3,609 ft respectively. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 4.7 knots. The Mediterranean coastal location influences local meteorological characteristics, with low fog occurrence at just 3.9% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the airport's consistent wind patterns, predominantly from the North. Both runways offer predictable wind conditions, enabling straightforward landing preparations. Pilots should anticipate generally excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visual conditions.

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.