Limoges Airport

LFBL / LIG

Limoges/Bellegarde, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
40°
--
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBL 221400Z AUTO 04005KT 350V100 CAVOK 20/10 Q1014 TEMPO BKN060TCU SCT070CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,300 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 7,000 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,300 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,300 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Limoges Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 5 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 6,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture 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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 01:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,300 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,278 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,190 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFBL 221100Z 2212/2312 07008KT CAVOK TEMPO 2212/2218 -SHRA BKN060TCU SCT070CB TEMPO 2221/2224 4000 SHRA BKN070TCU BECMG 2300/2301 13010KT BKN015 TEMPO 2301/2306 BKN010 BECMG 2307/2309 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
21:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
Showers Rain
00:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR 130° 10 kt
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
01:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBL
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 34°
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 - LFBL

10,377 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
45.2%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
19.4%
LIFR
22.7%

Limoges Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 45.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 42.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 20.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.8%
NE
14.8%
E
9.5%
SE
12.9%
S
20.4%
SW
13%
W
11.5%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.2°C
Range: -7°C to 29°C
-7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 20.3%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 10,377 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Limoges Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBL
IATA Code: LIG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,300 ft MSL

Location

City: Limoges/Bellegarde
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.862801°
Longitude: 1.179440°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Limoges Airport

Overview

Limoges Airport serves the Limousin region in central France, situated at an elevation of 1300 ft MSL near the city of Limoges. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (03/21) measuring 8202 feet, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and general aviation operations in this part of France.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Limoges Airport demonstrate significant variability, with only 42.7% of observations reporting standard VFR conditions. Pilots should anticipate challenging weather, with 44.8% of observations showing IFR or LIFR conditions. Temperature ranges widely from -7°C to 29°C, and fog occurs in 21.9% of observations, requiring careful pre-flight weather planning.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) is asphalted and aligned to capitalize on the prevailing southerly winds, which average 7.2 knots. Wind conditions are generally moderate, with calm periods occurring in only 0.9% of observations and maximum recorded winds of 26 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to its diverse meteorological profile.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 4 knots. October, September, and January statistically provide the most consistent VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility and fog, particularly during non-peak months.

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.