Limoges Airport

LFBL / LIG

Limoges/Bellegarde, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

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Fresh 5 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBL 041030Z AUTO 14008KT 100V170 9999 0900 R21/1600U R03/P5000 // NSC 14/06 Q1022

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFBL 040500Z 0406/0506 07005KT CAVOK BECMG 0410/0412 15010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBL
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 34°
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFBL

8,154 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38.9%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
21.4%
LIFR
25.6%

Limoges Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 47% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 20.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.8%
NE
13.3%
E
8.7%
SE
14.6%
S
22.8%
SW
15%
W
11.5%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -7°C to 29°C
-7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 20.7%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,154 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Limoges Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBL
IATA Code: LIG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,300 ft MSL

Location

City: Limoges/Bellegarde
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.862801°
Longitude: 1.179440°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Limoges Airport

Overview

Limoges Airport serves the Limousin region in central France, situated at an elevation of 1300 ft MSL near the city of Limoges. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (03/21) measuring 8202 feet, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and general aviation operations in this part of France.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Limoges Airport demonstrate significant variability, with only 42.7% of observations reporting standard VFR conditions. Pilots should anticipate challenging weather, with 44.8% of observations showing IFR or LIFR conditions. Temperature ranges widely from -7°C to 29°C, and fog occurs in 21.9% of observations, requiring careful pre-flight weather planning.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) is asphalted and aligned to capitalize on the prevailing southerly winds, which average 7.2 knots. Wind conditions are generally moderate, with calm periods occurring in only 0.9% of observations and maximum recorded winds of 26 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to its diverse meteorological profile.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 4 knots. October, September, and January statistically provide the most consistent VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility and fog, particularly during non-peak months.

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.