Bilbao Airport

LEBB / BIO

Bilbao, ES

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
100°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEBB 040900Z 10003KT 070V150 CAVOK 14/09 Q1019 NOSIG
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (138 ft)
Pressure Alt
-35 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -122 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LEBB 040500Z 0406/0506 13009KT CAVOK TX21/0415Z TN09/0407Z PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0418 13015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 9 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
VFR 130° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EBB
10 ✈️
28
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
6,266 ft 148 ft ASP 97°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEBB

8,136 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.4%
MVFR
12.4%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
1.1%

Bilbao Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 3.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
3.6%
E
27.9%
SE
12.7%
S
13.4%
SW
9.4%
W
16.4%
NW
9.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.5°C
Range: -1°C to 38°C
-1°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,136 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bilbao Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEBB
IATA Code: BIO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 138 ft MSL

Location

City: Bilbao
Country: ES
Latitude: 43.301102°
Longitude: -2.910610°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,266 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bilbao Airport

Overview

Bilbao Airport serves the Basque region in northern Spain, located near the city of Bilbao at an elevation of 138 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for both regional and commercial operations. The airport's strategic location supports transportation needs in this industrially significant area of Spain.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bilbao Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 82% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 38°C, with an average of 13.9°C, creating relatively stable flying environments. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at an average of 6.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots, and calm conditions occurring 4.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 10/28 at 6,266 feet and 12/30 at 8,530 feet, both constructed with asphalted surfaces. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind (3.5-3.6 knots). Visibility is consistently high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

October through December represent the best months for VFR flying, offering optimal meteorological conditions. The airport's dual runway configuration provides flexibility for approaches, with consistent wind patterns supporting predictable landing and takeoff scenarios. Pilots can expect minimal fog (1.9% of observations) and excellent visibility during most operational periods.

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.