Dijon Longvic airport

LFSD / DIJ

Dijon, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
5 kt
30°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFSD 040900Z AUTO 03005KT 350V050 CAVOK 10/05 Q1025

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FSD
01 ✈️
19
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
5,905 ft 118 ft ASP 15°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
17/35 7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 175°
4.1 kt 2.9 kt
145° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFSD

6,848 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.3%
MVFR
20.3%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
14.2%

Dijon Longvic airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 3.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.6%
NE
7.2%
E
2.8%
SE
6.2%
S
36%
SW
10.2%
W
6.1%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.3°C
Range: -8°C to 30°C
-8°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.9%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,848 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dijon Longvic airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFSD
IATA Code: DIJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 726 ft MSL

Location

City: Dijon
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.268902°
Longitude: 5.090000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dijon Longvic airport

Overview

Dijon Longvic airport serves the Burgundy region in eastern France, positioned at an elevation of 726 feet MSL near the city of Dijon. As a medium-sized airport with two substantial asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the area, supporting various flight operations in the Franche-Comté region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 60.4% of observations showing good visibility and clear skies. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, primarily from the south at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Seasonal temperature variation is significant, ranging from -8°C to 30°C, which can impact aircraft performance and operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 01/19 at 5,905 feet and 17/35 at 7,874 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Geographically positioned at coordinates 47.268902, 5.090000, the airport benefits from relatively consistent wind conditions, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment. Fog can be a factor, occurring in 12.8% of observations, which may require additional pilot preparedness.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Crosswind conditions are generally mild, with an average of 2.4 knots on runway 01/19 and 3 knots on runway 17/35. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during winter months and be prepared for temperature-related performance considerations when planning arrivals and departures.

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.