Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport

LFTW / FNI

Nîmes/Garons, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
2,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFTW 221030Z AUTO 01005KT 340V050 9999 BKN029/// BKN045/// BKN062/// ///TCU 14/10 Q1016 TEMPO 4000 SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 309 ft
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
BKN 6,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,209 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,809 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,509 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 5 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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, Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 21:00Z 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (309 ft)
Pressure Alt
227 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 181 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFTW 220800Z 2209/2309 02006KT 9999 BKN025 BKN100 TEMPO 2209/2213 4000 SHRA FEW040TCU BECMG 2216/2218 BKN012 TEMPO 2221/2306 3000 RA BKN005 OVC015 BECMG 2306/2308 NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:01Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
16:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FTW
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
8,005 ft 148 ft CON 177°
4.9 kt 0.9 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 - LFTW

10,172 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
2.3%

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
29.4%
NE
14.1%
E
12.2%
SE
10.9%
S
5.9%
SW
3.8%
W
8.9%
NW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.8°C
Range: -4°C to 31°C
-4°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

October April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 10,172 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFTW
IATA Code: FNI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 309 ft MSL

Location

City: Nîmes/Garons
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.757401°
Longitude: 4.416350°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport

Overview

Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport serves the southern French region of Gard, strategically located near significant urban centers like Nîmes and Arles. The airport operates a single runway 18/36, extending 8005 feet with a concrete surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations in a Mediterranean airport environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFTW demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 77.6% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences a moderate climate with temperatures ranging from -4°C to 31°C and an average of 11.9°C, providing relatively stable operational conditions throughout the year. Prevailing northerly winds at an average of 7.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots characterize the local wind patterns.

Notable Features

The airport sits at an elevation of 309 feet mean sea level, situated in a region known for its diverse landscape between coastal Camargue and inland Provençal terrain. Its geographical position suggests potential for terrain-influenced wind variations and microclimatic effects that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 4.1 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, presenting optimal conditions for general aviation and commercial operations with minimal meteorological interference.

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.