Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport

LESU / LEU

La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra, ES

Last Updated
Jul 26, 18:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
18:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LESU 261830Z 22007KT 180V270 9999 FEW075 25/09 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,625 ft
FEW 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,125 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 8.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 7 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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, Mist. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 16:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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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TAF LESU 261400Z 2615/2715 VRB04KT 9999 FEW040 TX34/2715Z TN12/2705Z PROB40 TEMPO 2615/2618 20010KT PROB40 TEMPO 2615/2616 3000 SHRA FEW080TCU PROB40 TEMPO 2615/2618 34010KT PROB30 TEMPO 2700/2707 2000 BR BKN005 TEMPO 2710/2715 20010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z TEMPO
+8h
VFR 200° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ESU
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,157 ft 92 ft ASP 31°
6.9 kt 1.2 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 - LESU

5,725 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.3%
MVFR
3%
IFR
1.7%
LIFR
3%

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 4.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.3%
N
5.6%
S
16.2%
W
4.3%
NE
9%
NW
6.8%
SE
2.3%
SW
45.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.4°C
Range: -8°C to 39°C
-8°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.2%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,725 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LESU
IATA Code: LEU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,625 ft MSL

Location

City: La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra
Country: ES
Latitude: 42.338600°
Longitude: 1.409170°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,157 ft
Width: 92 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport (LESU/LEU) is located in La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra, ES at an elevation of 2,625 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 4,157 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 5,725 weather observations, LESU experiences excellent VFR conditions 92.3% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region. Fog affects the airport in approximately 6.2% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LESU come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 7.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are July, June, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -8°C (18°F) to 39°C (102°F), averaging 15.4°C (60°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.95 to 10.27 inHg (337-348 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 5,725 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.