Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport

LFMP / PGF

Perpignan/Rivesaltes, FR

Last Updated
Jun 7, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
8 kt
130°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMP 071530Z AUTO 13008KT 090V160 CAVOK 26/13 Q1021 TEMPO FEW035CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 144 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,644 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,500 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 8 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,500 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively dry 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. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (144 ft)
Pressure Alt
-89 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,266 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFMP 071400Z 0715/0815 11010KT CAVOK TEMPO 0715/0718 FEW035CB BECMG 0718/0720 VRB03KT BECMG 0809/0811 12010KT TEMPO 0813/0815 -SHRA SCT060CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMP
13 ✈️
31
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
3,560 ft 66 ft ASP 128°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 148°
7.5 kt 2.7 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 - LFMP

12,318 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.5%
MVFR
11.9%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
1.3%

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 48 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 48 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.6%
N
5.4%
S
2.8%
W
20.4%
NE
5.5%
NW
32.5%
SE
7.8%
SW
10.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.4°C
Range: -1°C to 37°C
-1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

June May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 12,318 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMP
IATA Code: PGF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 144 ft MSL

Location

City: Perpignan/Rivesaltes
Country: FR
Latitude: 42.740398°
Longitude: 2.870670°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,560 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport

Overview

Perpignan-Rivesaltes Airport serves the southern French region near the Spanish border, located at an elevation of 144 ft MSL. The airport accommodates medium-sized aircraft operations with two asphalted runways providing substantial landing capabilities. Its strategic location in the Pyrénées-Orientales department supports regional transportation and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFMP demonstrate highly favorable flying environments, with VFR conditions present 77.8% of the time. Temperatures range from -1°C to 31°C, with an average of 13.7°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the northwest at an average of 8.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 37 knots, offering consistent but occasionally challenging wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 13/31 at 3,560 feet and 15/33 at 8,202 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components of 3.1 and 4.8 knots respectively. The geographical positioning near the Mediterranean coast likely contributes to the airport's relatively stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most prevalent during autumn months, specifically November, September, and October. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwestern winds and prepare for potential wind variations. The extensive 15/33 runway offers significant landing options, while the lower crosswind averages suggest generally straightforward approach and landing scenarios.

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.