Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport

LFRH / LRT

Lorient/Lann/Bihoué, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRH 042200Z AUTO 06006KT 9999 FEW037 10/08 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 160 ft
FEW 3,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,860 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (160 ft)
Pressure Alt
48 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -514 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFRH 041700Z 0418/0518 VRB06KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 0502/0508 4000 BR PROB40 TEMPO 0508/0512 BKN007 BECMG 0512/0514 BKN010 TEMPO 0514/0518 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist
08:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Ceiling: 700 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRH
02
20
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 5,479 ft 148 ft CON 16°
4.3 kt 4.2 kt
44° angle
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
7,884 ft 148 ft CON 72°
5.9 kt 1.0 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 - LFRH

8,210 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
39.9%
MVFR
25.1%
IFR
20.9%
LIFR
14.1%

Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 39.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 35% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperatures typically range between -4°C and 22°C with an average of 10.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
12.6%
E
8.6%
SE
7%
S
16.7%
SW
20.4%
W
21.5%
NW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -4°C to 22°C
-4°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,210 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRH
IATA Code: LRT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 160 ft MSL

Location

City: Lorient/Lann/Bihoué
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.760601°
Longitude: -3.440000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,479 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 7,884 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport

Overview

Lorient South Brittany Airport serves the Brittany region in western France, located near the city of Lorient. As a medium-sized airport with two concrete runways, it plays a significant role in regional aviation, supporting both civilian and potential military operations. The airport sits at a moderate elevation of 160 feet above mean sea level, positioned in a coastal maritime environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly good flying conditions, with 45.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Prevailing westerly winds average 10.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Seasonal variations show temperature ranges from -4°C to 22°C, with October, September, and November offering the most consistent VFR weather patterns. Fog occurs in 7.3% of observations, potentially impacting visibility during certain periods.

Notable Features

Both runways (02/20 and 07/25) demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The longer runway 07/25 spans 7,884 feet, providing substantial landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for rapid weather changes and maritime wind influences that pilots should anticipate during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind conditions are relatively moderate, with average crosswind components of 5.7 and 5.5 knots for runways 02/20 and 07/25 respectively. Pilots should be prepared for westerly wind patterns and potential visibility restrictions. The consistent wind characteristics and dual runway configuration offer flexibility in approach and departure strategies.

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.