Castres Mazamet Airport

LFCK / DCM

Castres, FR

Last Updated
Jul 27, 03:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
03:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
7 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
2,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFCK 270330Z AUTO 29007KT 230V360 9999 OVC021 19/14 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 788 ft
OVC 2,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,888 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Castres Mazamet Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 7 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2100 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFCK 261700Z 2618/2703 30015G25KT CAVOK BECMG 2618/2620 30010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FCK
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
5,988 ft 98 ft CON 141°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFCK

14,286 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.2%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
3.8%

Castres Mazamet Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 10.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 10.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.4%
N
3.5%
S
2.7%
W
20.3%
NE
1.3%
NW
21.6%
SE
32.8%
SW
1%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.5°C
Range: -8°C to 40°C
-8°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 14,286 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Castres Mazamet Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFCK
IATA Code: DCM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 788 ft MSL

Location

City: Castres
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.556301°
Longitude: 2.289180°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,988 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Castres Mazamet Airport

Overview

Castres Mazamet Airport serves the Tarn department in southern France, providing regional aviation access for the Occitanie region. Located at 788 feet mean sea level with coordinates 43.556301, 2.289180, this medium-sized airport supports varied aviation activities with its single runway 14/32 measuring 5,988 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations reveal predominantly VFR conditions 56.6% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions occurring 36.1% of flights. Southeastern winds at 135° dominate, averaging 10.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature variations range significantly from -8°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.2°C, suggesting potential need for careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation and geographic position suggest terrain interaction that could influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics. With calm wind conditions present 7.5% of the time, pilots should anticipate potential wind variability. The runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 3.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 offers consistent wind alignment, making it favorable for most approach scenarios. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present only 4.9% of observations). October, September, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations at this airport.

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.