Brest Bretagne airport

LFRB / BES

Brest, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
7 kt
60°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRB 222130Z AUTO 06007KT CAVOK 11/06 Q1019 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brest Bretagne airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 7 knots. Runway 07L/25R is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (325 ft)
Pressure Alt
153 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -249 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFRB 221700Z 2218/2324 VRB05KT CAVOK BECMG 2304/2307 09010KT PROB40 TEMPO 2310/2314 09015G25KT BECMG 2318/2321 VRB05KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
04:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 90° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRB
07L ✈️
25R
07R ✈️
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07L/25R
Active: 07L
2,297 ft 59 ft ASP 71°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
✈️ 07R/25L
Active: 07R
10,171 ft 148 ft ASP 71°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFRB

10,560 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
30.1%
MVFR
32.8%
IFR
24.4%
LIFR
12.7%

Brest Bretagne airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 30.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 37.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperatures typically range between -4°C and 24°C with an average of 10.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.4%
NE
10.5%
E
5.6%
SE
8%
S
22.6%
SW
20.3%
W
15.7%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.2°C
Range: -4°C to 24°C
-4°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.1%

Best Months for VFR

April March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,560 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brest Bretagne airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRB
IATA Code: BES
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 325 ft MSL

Location

City: Brest
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.447899°
Longitude: -4.418540°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 10,171 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brest Bretagne airport

Overview

Brest Bretagne Airport serves the northwestern coastal region of Brittany, France, located at an elevation of 325 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Brest metropolitan area and surrounding regions. The airport supports diverse aviation operations with its substantial runway lengths and strategic coastal positioning.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Brest Bretagne Airport demonstrate significant variability, with instrument meteorological conditions prevalent. Historical observations indicate that 34.6% of recorded weather periods are Marginal VFR, while pure VFR conditions occur 30.8% of the time. Pilots should anticipate southerly winds averaging 10.5 knots, with potential gusts up to 34 knots, and temperatures ranging from -4°C to 20°C with an average of 10.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 07L/25R at 2,297 feet and 07R/25L extending 10,171 feet, providing operational flexibility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 6.5 knots. The coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing maritime weather patterns, particularly during transitional seasons.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Brest Bretagne Airport. Fog occurs in approximately 5.1% of observations, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles. Pilots should prepare for potential reduced visibility and maritime weather influences, particularly during approach and departure phases.

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.