Aurillac airport

LFLW / AUR

Aurillac, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
9 kt
120°
2.5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLW 221200Z AUTO 12009KT 090V150 CAVOK 20/11 Q1014 TEMPO VRB15G25KT 2500 TSRA SCT060CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,096 ft
SCT 6,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,096 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Aurillac airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,000 feet and 2.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 9 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 2.5 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,000 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 6,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
944 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,096 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,074 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,177 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFLW 221100Z 2212/2221 12008KT 9999 FEW080TCU BKN100 TEMPO 2212/2221 4000 -SHRA BKN070TCU PROB40 TEMPO 2213/2221 VRB15G25KT 2500 TSRA SCT060CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:33Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
13:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLW
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
5,577 ft 98 ft ASP 150°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFLW

10,353 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.5%
MVFR
19.1%
IFR
15.3%
LIFR
12.1%

Aurillac airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
0.9%
E
33%
SE
18.3%
S
4%
SW
7.8%
W
15.8%
NW
14%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.7°C
Range: -13°C to 29°C
-13°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.4%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,353 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aurillac airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLW
IATA Code: AUR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,096 ft MSL

Location

City: Aurillac
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.891399°
Longitude: 2.421940°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aurillac airport

Overview

Aurillac airport serves the Cantal department in south-central France, situated at a significant elevation of 2,096 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (15/33), it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Auvergne region, supporting regional and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical analysis reveals diverse flying conditions, with VFR prevailing 50.9% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate weather variability, with temperature ranges from -13°C to 29°C and an average of 7.7°C. Wind conditions are predominantly easterly at 6.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots, and calm periods representing 3.9% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated terrain at 2,096 feet presents potential performance considerations for aircraft operations. Visibility consistently remains good, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (fog present 9% of the time). The airport demonstrates stable wind patterns, with runway 15/33 experiencing favorable wind alignment 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33, measuring 5,577 feet, offers reliable approach conditions with an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. Seasonal VFR conditions are most favorable in January, September, and October. Pilots should anticipate potential weather transitions, with MVFR and IFR conditions collectively representing approximately 34.5% of observations.

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.