Bilbao Airport

LEBB / BIO

Bilbao, ES

Last Updated
Jul 27, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
4 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
3,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEBB 270100Z AUTO 07004KT 9999 FEW031 OVC039 20/17 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 138 ft
FEW 3,100 ft AGL
OVC 3,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,238 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,038 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bilbao Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3900 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 03:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Rain between 03:00Z and 11:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 09:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LEBB 262300Z 2700/2724 22007KT 9999 FEW020 BKN030 TX27/2715Z TN16/2724Z PROB40 TEMPO 2703/2709 29010KT BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 2703/2711 RA PROB40 2709/2721 03010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR 290° 10 kt
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
03:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Rain
09:00Z PROB40
+8h
VFR 30° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EBB
10 ✈️
28
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
6,266 ft 148 ft ASP 97°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEBB

15,010 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.6%
MVFR
16%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
0.9%

Bilbao Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
26.8%
N
5.1%
S
8.2%
W
18.8%
NE
4.1%
NW
16.3%
SE
11.1%
SW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.8°C
Range: -1°C to 44°C
-1°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 15,010 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bilbao Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEBB
IATA Code: BIO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 138 ft MSL

Location

City: Bilbao
Country: ES
Latitude: 43.301102°
Longitude: -2.910610°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,266 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bilbao Airport

Overview

Bilbao Airport serves the Basque region in northern Spain, located near the city of Bilbao at an elevation of 138 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for both regional and commercial operations. The airport's strategic location supports transportation needs in this industrially significant area of Spain.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bilbao Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 82% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 38°C, with an average of 13.9°C, creating relatively stable flying environments. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at an average of 6.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots, and calm conditions occurring 4.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 10/28 at 6,266 feet and 12/30 at 8,530 feet, both constructed with asphalted surfaces. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind (3.5-3.6 knots). Visibility is consistently high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

October through December represent the best months for VFR flying, offering optimal meteorological conditions. The airport's dual runway configuration provides flexibility for approaches, with consistent wind patterns supporting predictable landing and takeoff scenarios. Pilots can expect minimal fog (1.9% of observations) and excellent visibility during most operational periods.

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.