Grenchen Airfield

LSZG

Grenchen, CH

Last Updated
Feb 17, 05:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
05:20Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSZG 170520Z AUTO 24006KT 9999 -RA SCT017 BKN020 04/04 Q1009 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,411 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
⛅
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,111 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,411 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
962 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,411 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,539 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 558 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LSZG 170525Z 1706/1715 24009KT 9999 BKN060 TEMPO 1706/1715 RA PROB40 TEMPO 1706/1711 27015G25KT TEMPO 1711/1715 27015G28KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Rain
06:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
VFR 270° 15 kt
11:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR 270° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
SZG
06L
24R
06
24 ✈️
06R
24L
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
 3,281 ft 75 ft ASP 64°
↑ 6.0 kt • ↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
06L/24R 1,640 ft 98 ft GRS 66°
↓ 6.0 kt • ↔ 0.6 kt
174° angle
06R/24L 2,297 ft 66 ft GRS 70°
↓ 5.9 kt • ↔ 1.0 kt
170° angle
07/25 0 ft 0 ft UNK 0°
↓ 3.0 kt • ↔ 5.2 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LSZG

7,001 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
42.7%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
13.3%
LIFR
21.2%

Grenchen Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 42.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 34.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 15.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 15.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.4%
NE
19.1%
E
16.8%
SE
1.3%
S
2.5%
SW
25.6%
W
15.3%
NW
1.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.5°C
Range: -12°C to 27°C
-12°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 15.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.3 kt
Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.3 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.3 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,001 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Grenchen Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSZG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,411 ft MSL

Location

City: Grenchen
Country: CH
Latitude: 47.181599°
Longitude: 7.417190°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06L/24R
Length: 1,640 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
240°@6kt
Density Alt
1411ft, 4°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Grenchen Airfield

Overview

Grenchen Airfield is a medium-sized airport located in Switzerland, positioned at an elevation of 1,411 feet MSL near the coordinates 47.181599, 7.417190. The airport features multiple runways, including paved and grass surfaces, serving regional aviation needs in the Grenchen area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Grenchen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 45.2% of the time. Meteorological data indicates a wide temperature range from -12°C to 27°C, with an average of 5.9°C. Pilots can expect predominantly southwestern winds averaging 5.8 knots, with September through November offering the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport offers three primary runways: a 3,281-foot asphalted runway (06/24), and two grass runways at 1,640 feet (06L/24R) and 2,297 feet (06R/24L). Fog is present 16.5% of the time, which can impact visibility, though the average visibility remains strong at 10 statute miles. Wind conditions are generally consistent, with calm periods occurring 16.1% of the time.

Approach Considerations

All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components ranging from 1.4 to 1.5 knots. The southwestern prevailing wind at 225 degrees provides predictable approach conditions, with maximum recorded wind speeds of 27 knots. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility during fog events, particularly during months with less favorable VFR conditions.

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.

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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.