Charles de Gaulle International Airport

LFPG / CDG

Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), FR

Last Updated
Mar 3, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
70°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFPG 032300Z 07008KT CAVOK 10/06 Q1026 NOSIG
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (392 ft)
Pressure Alt
10 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -496 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFPG 031700Z 0318/0424 09007KT CAVOK TX17/0414Z TN06/0407Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FPG
08L ✈️
26R
08R ✈️
26L
09L ✈️
27R
09R ✈️
27L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 08L
13,829 ft 148 ft ASP 85°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 08R
8,858 ft 197 ft CON 85°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 09L
8,858 ft 197 ft ASP 85°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 09R
13,780 ft 148 ft ASP 86°
7.5 kt 2.7 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 - LFPG

7,739 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.4%
MVFR
24%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
9.8%

Charles de Gaulle International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
9%
E
6%
SE
15%
S
30.1%
SW
16.7%
W
10.4%
NW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.2°C
Range: -6°C to 31°C
-6°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,739 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Charles de Gaulle International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFPG
IATA Code: CDG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 392 ft MSL

Location

City: Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise)
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.012798°
Longitude: 2.550000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 13,829 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 13,780 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Charles de Gaulle International Airport

Overview

Charles de Gaulle International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Paris, located northeast of the city in Roissy-en-France. As a major hub for international and domestic air traffic, the airport handles a significant volume of passenger and cargo operations at 392 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Paris region experiences variable weather conditions that can impact flight operations. The airport's multiple runways (four total, ranging from 8,858 to 13,829 feet) provide operational flexibility in diverse wind and precipitation scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations in meteorological conditions typical of northern France's maritime climate.

Notable Features

The airport features four substantial runways with different surface compositions: three asphalt (ASP) and one concrete (CON) runway. Its geographic position at 49.012798°N, 2.550000°E places it in a strategic location for European air traffic management, with runway lengths accommodating wide-body and long-haul aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway configuration allows for multiple approach strategies based on wind direction, with parallel runways 08L/26R and 09R/27L providing the longest surfaces at approximately 13,800 feet. Pilots should carefully review current wind conditions and air traffic control instructions to determine optimal runway selection during arrival and departure procedures.

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.