Béziers Vias airport

LFMU / BZR

Béziers, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
10 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMU 220830Z AUTO 05010KT 9999 BKN018 BKN025 BKN030 17/10 Q1014 TEMPO BKN014 BKN020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,456 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,856 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,056 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,556 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,056 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Béziers Vias airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 10 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 07:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 19:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
34 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 287 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LFMU 220734Z 2207/2303 04010KT 9999 BKN020 TEMPO 2207/2303 BKN014 BECMG 2211/2213 10011KT BECMG 2219/2221 VRB05KT PROB40 TEMPO 2219/2222 BKN013 BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 40° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
11:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 100° 11 kt
19:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR VRB 5 kt
19:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,300 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMU
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,971 ft 148 ft ASP 94°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFMU

10,163 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.5%
MVFR
15.2%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
1%

Béziers Vias airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
11%
NE
10.9%
E
10.7%
SE
9.7%
S
5.9%
SW
3.4%
W
26.8%
NW
20.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.4°C
Range: -4°C to 31°C
-4°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,163 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Béziers Vias airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMU
IATA Code: BZR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Béziers
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.323502°
Longitude: 3.353900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,971 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Béziers Vias airport

Overview

Béziers Vias airport (LFMU) serves the Languedoc-Roussillon region in southern France, located near the Mediterranean coast. As a medium-sized airport positioned at 56 feet above mean sea level, it provides important regional aviation access between Béziers and surrounding areas. The airport features a single runway (09/27) measuring 5,971 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFMU are predominantly VFR, with 73.5% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Winds typically originate from the west (270°) at an average of 8.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 31°C, with an average of 12.8°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation that pilots should anticipate.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near Béziers influences its meteorological characteristics, with low occurrence of low instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions. The runway experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.1 knots. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most prevalent during autumn months (September, October, November), providing pilots with predictable approach environments. The single runway (09/27) offers consistent wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges during landing and takeoff. Pilots should expect generally stable weather patterns with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

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
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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.