Lille Airport

LFQQ / LIL

Lesquin, FR

Last Updated
Jun 17, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
9 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFQQ 170900Z AUTO 24009KT 210V270 9999 BKN019 BKN025 BKN064 21/16 Q1019 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 157 ft
BKN 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 6,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,057 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,657 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,557 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Lille Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 9 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (157 ft)
Pressure Alt
-16 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 742 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFQQ 170500Z 1706/1812 23005KT 9999 SCT015 PROB30 TEMPO 1706/1709 BKN008 BKN012 BECMG 1720/1723 VRB04KT PROB30 TEMPO 1802/1806 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FQQ
01
19
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,184 ft 98 ft ASP 15°
6.4 kt 6.4 kt
135° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,268 ft 148 ft ASP 78°
8.5 kt 3.1 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 - LFQQ

12,904 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.1%
MVFR
22.9%
IFR
18.4%
LIFR
10.6%

Lille Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.8%
NE
11.4%
E
7.8%
SE
14.4%
S
25.7%
SW
14.8%
W
12.3%
NW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -6°C to 31°C
-6°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.8%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 12,904 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lille Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFQQ
IATA Code: LIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 157 ft MSL

Location

City: Lesquin
Country: FR
Latitude: 50.563332°
Longitude: 3.086886°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,184 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 9,268 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lille Airport

Overview

Lille Airport serves the metropolitan area of Lille in northern France, located in Lesquin at an elevation of 157 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with VFR conditions predominating at 42% of observations. Winter temperatures can drop to -6°C, while summer peaks reach 29°C, with an average temperature of 8.9°C. Fog occurs in 8.2% of observations, and visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 01/19 at 5,184 feet and 08/26 at 9,268 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The prevailing wind from the south (180°) occurs at an average speed of 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 34 knots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Crosswind components are moderate, averaging 4.6 knots on runway 01/19 and 6.6 knots on runway 08/26. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations and maintain situational awareness during 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

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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.