Colmar Houssen airport

LFGA / CMR

Colmar, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
90°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFGA 041130Z AUTO 09003KT 060V130 CAVOK 13/06 Q1026

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FGA
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
5,282 ft 98 ft ASP 11°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFGA

6,100 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.5%
MVFR
10.2%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
10%

Colmar Houssen airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 152.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 7.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.1%
NE
6.1%
E
1.1%
SE
2%
S
34.5%
SW
12.1%
W
10.1%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -10°C to 31°C
-10°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 152.5%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,100 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Colmar Houssen airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFGA
IATA Code: CMR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 628 ft MSL

Location

City: Colmar
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.109901°
Longitude: 7.359010°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,282 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Colmar Houssen airport

Overview

Colmar Houssen airport serves the Colmar region in northeastern France, located at an elevation of 628 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (01/19) measuring 5,282 feet, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Colmar Houssen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 71.5% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 6.3 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.6°C, indicating potential for significant seasonal weather variations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in the Alsace region presents unique meteorological characteristics. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°), with calm conditions occurring 7.7% of the time. The runway orientation (01/19) aligns favorably with prevailing winds, offering an average crosswind of just 2.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

Optimal flying conditions are typically found in autumn months (September, October, November), with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occur in approximately 18.5% of observations, suggesting pilots should be prepared for potential instrument approaches. The runway's wind alignment makes 01/19 consistently favorable for operations.

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.