Brussels South Charleroi Airport

EBCI / CRL

Charleroi, BE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
17:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
9 kt
70°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBCI 041750Z 07009KT CAVOK 13/06 Q1023 NOSIG
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (614 ft)
Pressure Alt
322 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 229 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EBCI 041710Z 0418/0524 13005KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BCI
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
10,023 ft 148 ft ASP 66°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EBCI

7,962 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.6%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
17.5%
LIFR
12.4%

Brussels South Charleroi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
9.4%
E
5.7%
SE
7.4%
S
40.2%
SW
19.5%
W
9.9%
NW
2.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -6°C to 28°C
-6°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,962 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brussels South Charleroi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBCI
IATA Code: CRL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 614 ft MSL

Location

City: Charleroi
Country: BE
Latitude: 50.460982°
Longitude: 4.457158°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,023 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brussels South Charleroi Airport

Overview

Brussels South Charleroi Airport serves as a significant regional airport located in southern Belgium, positioned at 50.460982, 4.457158. Situated at 614 feet above mean sea level, the airport handles medium-sized aircraft operations with a single runway 06/24 measuring 10,023 feet in length. Its strategic location provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Charleroi metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly variable conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevalent in 49.5% of recorded periods. Temperature ranges extensively from -6°C to 28°C, with an average of 8.2°C, presenting potential seasonal meteorological challenges. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at 180°, averaging 8.8 knots with occasional gusts up to 28 knots, suggesting consistent but manageable wind conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time. Crosswind components average a moderate 4.9 knots, indicating generally stable approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, and only 4.1% of observations reporting fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most consistent Visual Flight Rules months, offering optimal flying conditions. The runway's extensive 10,023-foot asphalt surface provides substantial landing and takeoff options. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds and prepare for potential temperature variations when planning approaches to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.

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.