Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

LECH / CDT

Castellón de la Plana, ES

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
14:30Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
12 kt
40°
4.7 km
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LECH 041430Z AUTO 04012KT 010V070 4700 -RA BR OVC004 12/11 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,182 ft
OVC 400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,582 ft AMSL

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECH
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,858 ft 147 ft Asphalt 57°
11.3 kt 4.1 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 - LECH

7,716 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.8%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
3.7%
LIFR
2.3%

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 28°C with an average of 12.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 8.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.7%
NE
11.3%
E
9.6%
SE
8.3%
S
17.8%
SW
13.2%
W
9.6%
NW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: 0°C to 28°C
0°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

February November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,716 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LECH
IATA Code: CDT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,182 ft MSL

Location

City: Castellón de la Plana
Country: ES
Latitude: 40.213889°
Longitude: 0.073333°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

Overview

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport serves the coastal region of Castellón de la Plana in eastern Spain, situated at an elevation of 1182 ft MSL. The airport provides infrastructure for regional and potentially charter aviation operations, positioned strategically near the Mediterranean coastline. Its single runway (06/24) extends 8858 feet and is constructed of asphalt, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LECH are predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR), with 75.8% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 28°C, with an average of 13.2°C, indicating mild climate characteristics. Wind patterns are primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 31 knots, and periods of calm at 9.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location near the Mediterranean coast suggests potential maritime weather influences and terrain interactions. Its elevation at 1182 ft MSL places it in a moderate terrain environment, which could impact wind patterns and approach dynamics. The single runway orientation (06/24) allows for flexible operations with consistent wind alignment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind favorability, with 100% of wind conditions potentially supporting direct or near-direct approaches. Average crosswind conditions are mild at 4.1 knots, providing comfortable landing parameters. Pilots should note September, October, and November offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions based on historical meteorological data.

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.