Nantes Atlantique Airport

LFRS / NTE

Nantes, FR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRS 100800Z AUTO 28006KT 250V320 9999 FEW024 OVC070 15/10 Q1022 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,490 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,090 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nantes Atlantique Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 6 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (90 ft)
Pressure Alt
-173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -151 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFRS 100500Z 1006/1112 25003KT CAVOK PROB40 TEMPO 1006/1008 -SHRA SCT050TCU TEMPO 1012/1018 28012G23KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z TEMPO
+4h
VFR 280° 12 kt

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°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° 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.