Nantes Atlantique Airport

LFRS / NTE

Nantes, FR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
13 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
16,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRS 101700Z AUTO 27013KT 9999 FEW049 OVC160 17/07 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
FEW 4,900 ft AGL
OVC 16,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,990 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,090 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nantes Atlantique Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 16,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 13 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 16000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (90 ft)
Pressure Alt
-203 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 59 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFRS 101100Z 1012/1118 28012KT 9999 BKN040 FM102000 27006KT CAVOK FM110300 30004KT 9999 BKN030 FM111300 27012KT 9999 SCT035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
20:00Z FM102000
+3h
VFR 270° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
03:00Z FM110300
+10h
VFR 300° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRS
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
9,514 ft 148 ft ASP 28°
6.5 kt 11.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFRS

12,752 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.9%
MVFR
19.5%
IFR
17%
LIFR
9.6%

Nantes Atlantique Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
12.5%
E
7.7%
SE
10.7%
S
20.1%
SW
16.6%
W
16.6%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.9°C
Range: -7°C to 35°C
-7°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 12,752 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nantes Atlantique Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRS
IATA Code: NTE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 90 ft MSL

Location

City: Nantes
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.153198°
Longitude: -1.610730°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,514 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nantes Atlantique Airport

Overview

Nantes Atlantique Airport serves the Loire-Atlantique region in western France, located near the city of Nantes. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway measuring 9,514 feet, it supports regional and commercial aviation operations at an elevation of 90 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 51.6% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring in 19.9% of observations. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at 180° averaging 7.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 28°C, with an average of 10.7°C.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) has a favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting operations 100% of the time. Average crosswind is relatively mild at 4.5 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, offering optimal meteorological conditions for aviation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 provides consistent accessibility with minimal wind-related restrictions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in only 9.9% of observations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly clear conditions, with IFR conditions occurring in 17.5% of weather reports.

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.