Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport

LFMP / PGF

Perpignan/Rivesaltes, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
2,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMP 222230Z AUTO 10005KT 9999 FEW014 BKN029 OVC034 16/13 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 144 ft
FEW 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
OVC 3,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,544 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,044 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,544 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-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 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 07:00Z.

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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFMP 221400Z 2215/2315 07010KT 9999 BKN020 BECMG 2217/2219 12008KT TEMPO 2215/2219 BKN020 FEW090CB TEMPO 2220/2307 BKN013 BKN020 BECMG 2301/2303 VRB03KT BECMG 2307/2309 12010KT BKN045 BECMG 2313/2315 12015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
01:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
07:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Ceiling: 4,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMP
13 ✈️
31
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
3,560 ft 66 ft ASP 128°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 148°
3.2 kt 3.8 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 - LFMP

10,194 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.2%
MVFR
12.8%
IFR
6.7%
LIFR
1.3%

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 48 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 48 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
5.1%
E
11.4%
SE
7.3%
S
2.9%
SW
10.5%
W
21.2%
NW
34.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.3°C
Range: -1°C to 31°C
-1°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

November April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,194 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMP
IATA Code: PGF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 144 ft MSL

Location

City: Perpignan/Rivesaltes
Country: FR
Latitude: 42.740398°
Longitude: 2.870670°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,560 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport

Overview

Perpignan-Rivesaltes Airport serves the southern French region near the Spanish border, located at an elevation of 144 ft MSL. The airport accommodates medium-sized aircraft operations with two asphalted runways providing substantial landing capabilities. Its strategic location in the Pyrénées-Orientales department supports regional transportation and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFMP demonstrate highly favorable flying environments, with VFR conditions present 77.8% of the time. Temperatures range from -1°C to 31°C, with an average of 13.7°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the northwest at an average of 8.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 37 knots, offering consistent but occasionally challenging wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 13/31 at 3,560 feet and 15/33 at 8,202 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components of 3.1 and 4.8 knots respectively. The geographical positioning near the Mediterranean coast likely contributes to the airport's relatively stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most prevalent during autumn months, specifically November, September, and October. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwestern winds and prepare for potential wind variations. The extensive 15/33 runway offers significant landing options, while the lower crosswind averages suggest generally straightforward approach and landing scenarios.

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.