Avignon Caumont airport

LFMV / AVN

Avignon, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
23:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR LFMV 042330Z AUTO VRB02KT CAVOK 09/06 Q1022

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMV
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 6,168 ft 148 ft ASP 169° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFMV

7,491 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.7%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
4.1%

Avignon Caumont airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
N
37.9%
NE
2.3%
E
8.1%
SE
18.8%
S
8.2%
SW
2.8%
W
3.8%
NW
13.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -6°C to 31°C
-6°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,491 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Avignon Caumont airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMV
IATA Code: AVN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 124 ft MSL

Location

City: Avignon
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.907299°
Longitude: 4.901830°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 6,168 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Avignon Caumont airport

Overview

Avignon Caumont airport serves the Provence region in southeastern France, located near the historic city of Avignon. Situated at 124 ft mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the area with a single runway 17/35 measuring 6,168 feet in asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 82.1% of recorded periods suitable for visual flight rules. Pilots can expect significant seasonal temperature variation from -6°C to 31°C, with an average of 11.3°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 9 knots, occasionally reaching maximum speeds of 34 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in the Provence region suggests potential terrain considerations typical of southeastern France, including potential mistral wind influences. The consistently low percentage of instrument flight conditions (5.6% IFR, 3.6% LIFR) suggests generally stable regional meteorological patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.6 knots. The best visual flying months are October, September, and November, offering optimal conditions for general aviation operations with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

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.