Paris-Orly Airport

LFPO / ORY

Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne), FR

Last Updated
Jun 2, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
12 kt
250°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFPO 021800Z AUTO 25012KT CAVOK 19/12 Q1009 TEMPO 4000 SHRA SCT030CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 291 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,291 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Paris-Orly Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 12 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 19:00Z and 23:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (291 ft)
Pressure Alt
419 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 969 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFPO 021700Z 0218/0324 27010KT 9999 SCT040 PROB40 TEMPO 0218/0219 27012G25KT 4000 SHRA SCT030CB PROB30 TEMPO 0319/0323 -SHRA BKN014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FPO
02
20
06
24
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 7,874 ft 197 ft CON 18°
7.4 kt 9.5 kt
128° angle
06/24 11,975 ft 148 ft ASP 62°
11.9 kt 1.7 kt
172° angle
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
10,892 ft 148 ft CON 74°
12.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFPO

11,870 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.7%
MVFR
16.8%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
6.9%

Paris-Orly Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.5%
N
9.7%
S
24.8%
W
13.2%
NE
12.4%
NW
5.2%
SE
5.4%
SW
17.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.4%

Best Months for VFR

June April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,870 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Paris-Orly Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFPO
IATA Code: ORY
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 291 ft MSL

Location

City: Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne)
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.723330°
Longitude: 2.379440°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 11,975 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 10,892 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Paris-Orly Airport

Overview

Paris-Orly Airport serves as a critical international airport for the Paris metropolitan area, located in the southeastern suburbs of Paris. As a major commercial airport, it handles significant passenger and cargo traffic, complementing Charles de Gaulle Airport in serving the Paris region. The airport's elevation of 291 ft MSL and strategic location make it an important hub for regional and international aviation.

Flying Conditions

Located at 48.723330, 2.379440, Paris-Orly experiences typical continental European weather patterns with seasonal variations. The airport's multiple runways (02/20 at 7,874 ft, 06/24 at 11,975 ft, and 07/25 at 10,892 ft) provide flexibility for operations under different wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges due to the airport's geographic location and runway orientations.

Notable Features

The airport features three substantial runways with varied surface types: two concrete (CON) runways and one asphalt (ASP) runway. Its multiple runway configurations offer operational advantages for different aircraft types and weather conditions. The varied runway lengths provide flexibility for different aircraft categories, from regional jets to wide-body international aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection at Paris-Orly will typically depend on wind direction, with the 06/24 and 07/25 runways offering the longest approach options. The substantial runway lengths (up to 11,975 ft) accommodate a wide range of aircraft performance requirements. Pilots should carefully review current wind and weather conditions to select the most appropriate runway for approach and landing.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.