Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport

LFTW / FNI

Nîmes/Garons, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFTW 040900Z AUTO 04006KT 360V060 CAVOK 13/09 Q1024 NOSIG
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (309 ft)
Pressure Alt
-14 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -180 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFTW 040800Z 0409/0509 VRB04KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FTW
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
8,005 ft 148 ft CON 177°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFTW

7,933 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.7%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
2%

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
26.2%
NE
13.8%
E
13.3%
SE
12.4%
S
5.2%
SW
3.4%
W
10.5%
NW
14.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -4°C to 31°C
-4°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,933 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFTW
IATA Code: FNI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 309 ft MSL

Location

City: Nîmes/Garons
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.757401°
Longitude: 4.416350°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport

Overview

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport serves the southern French region of Gard, strategically located near significant urban centers like Nîmes and Arles. The airport operates a single runway 18/36, extending 8005 feet with a concrete surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations in a Mediterranean airport environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFTW demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 77.6% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences a moderate climate with temperatures ranging from -4°C to 31°C and an average of 11.9°C, providing relatively stable operational conditions throughout the year. Prevailing northerly winds at an average of 7.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots characterize the local wind patterns.

Notable Features

The airport sits at an elevation of 309 feet mean sea level, situated in a region known for its diverse landscape between coastal Camargue and inland Provençal terrain. Its geographical position suggests potential for terrain-influenced wind variations and microclimatic effects that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 4.1 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, presenting optimal conditions for general aviation and commercial operations with minimal meteorological interference.

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.