Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport

LFRD / DNR

Dinard, FR

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
12 kt
330°
8 km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRD 180730Z AUTO 33012KT 8000 BKN012 BKN019 OVC036 12/09 Q1023 BECMG BKN016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 219 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 1,900 ft AGL
OVC 3,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,419 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,819 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,119 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,819 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,600 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 12 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (219 ft)
Pressure Alt
-74 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -381 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFRD 180500Z 1806/1906 34008KT 9999 BKN007 BECMG 1806/1807 BKN016 BECMG 1807/1809 33010KT BECMG 1903/1906 04010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:41Z BASE
+0h
IFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 700 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRD
12
30
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 4,708 ft 148 ft ASP 115°
9.8 kt 6.9 kt
145° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 170°
11.3 kt 4.1 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 - LFRD

10,171 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.6%
MVFR
28.8%
IFR
25%
LIFR
10.5%

Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 35.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 27°C with an average of 10.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
8.2%
E
8.1%
SE
6.9%
S
33.4%
SW
20.8%
W
9%
NW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -2°C to 27°C
-2°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.4%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 10,171 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRD
IATA Code: DNR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 219 ft MSL

Location

City: Dinard
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.587700°
Longitude: -2.079960°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,708 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport

Overview

Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport serves the Brittany region of northwestern France, located near the historic coastal cities of Dinard, Saint-Malo, and Pleurtuit. As a medium-sized airport situated at 219 feet mean sea level, it provides general aviation and regional connectivity for this maritime area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly variable conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) occurring 36% of the time and marginal VFR another 30.6%. Pilots should anticipate significant weather variability, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 27°C and a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 9.5 knots. Fog occurs in 6.6% of observations, with September, December, and October presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways: 12/30 at 4,708 feet and 17/35 at 7,218 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. Its coastal location near the English Channel suggests potential for rapid weather changes and wind shear, particularly during seasonal transitions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 7.4 and 5 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

With consistent southerly winds averaging 9.5 knots, pilots should be prepared for predictable wind patterns during approach and departure. The longer runway 17/35 offers more landing flexibility, while the comprehensive wind data suggests minimal wind-related operational restrictions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, providing generally good visual conditions for navigation.

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.