Cannes Mandelieu Airport

LFMD / CEQ

Cannes, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
6,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMD 221200Z AUTO 07005KT 020V180 9999 FEW027/// SCT046/// OVC068/// ///TCU 17/11 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL
SCT 4,600 ft AGL
OVC 6,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,713 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,613 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,813 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cannes Mandelieu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 5 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6800 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 09:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
-100 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 143 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFMD 220800Z 2209/2309 11010KT 9999 BKN020 OVC040 PROB40 TEMPO 2209/2216 SCT050TCU BECMG 2216/2218 36005KT BECMG 2302/2305 09010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:33Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
16:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 360° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMD
04 ✈️
22
17L
35R
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
2,493 ft 59 ft ASP 44°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
17/35 5,052 ft 148 ft ASP 173°
1.1 kt 4.9 kt
103° angle
17L/35R 1,804 ft 164 ft grass 173°
1.1 kt 4.9 kt
103° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFMD

10,206 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.6%
MVFR
11%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
0.3%

Cannes Mandelieu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
52.6%
NE
4.2%
E
5.1%
SE
6.4%
S
13.7%
SW
5.6%
W
8.2%
NW
2.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 13°C
Range: -1°C to 33°C
-1°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 10,206 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cannes Mandelieu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMD
IATA Code: CEQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Cannes
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.547998°
Longitude: 6.955176°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 2,493 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,052 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17L/35R
Length: 1,804 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Cannes Mandelieu Airport

Overview

Cannes Mandelieu Airport serves the French Riviera region, located in southeastern France near the coastal city of Cannes. Positioned at 13 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with three runways serving both general aviation and business traffic. Its strategic location provides critical access to the Mediterranean coastal area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.6% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Wind patterns are typically northerly at an average of 5.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 33°C, creating stable flying conditions throughout the year, with October, January, and December offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways: two paved surfaces (04/22 at 2,493 ft and 17/35 at 5,052 ft) and one grass runway (17L/35R at 1,804 ft). All runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswinds (3.6kt on 04/22, 2.8kt on 17/35). The terrain surrounding the airport is characteristic of the Mediterranean coastal landscape.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions that favor all runways, providing flexibility in approach and departure. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with essentially no instances of restricted visibility or fog. The multiple runway configuration allows for optimal wind-aligned approaches, with crosswinds rarely exceeding 4 knots on any runway.

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.