Brussels South Charleroi Airport

EBCI / CRL

Charleroi, BE

Last Updated
May 14, 23:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
23:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
3 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBCI 142320Z 32003KT 280V350 9999 FEW040 06/05 Q1001 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 614 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,614 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brussels South Charleroi Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGS. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGS between 09:00Z and 19:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (614 ft)
Pressure Alt
982 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 49 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EBCI 141706Z 1418/1524 35008KT 9999 SCT020TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1509/1519 35015G25KT 3000 SHRA TSRAGS BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:30Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+10h
IFR 350° 15 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGS

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BCI
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
10,023 ft 148 ft ASP 66°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EBCI

11,287 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.2%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
14%
LIFR
10.2%

Brussels South Charleroi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
13.5%
E
6.3%
SE
6.7%
S
33.8%
SW
18.3%
W
10.4%
NW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.5°C
Range: -6°C to 28°C
-6°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,287 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brussels South Charleroi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBCI
IATA Code: CRL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 614 ft MSL

Location

City: Charleroi
Country: BE
Latitude: 50.460982°
Longitude: 4.457158°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,023 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brussels South Charleroi Airport

Overview

Brussels South Charleroi Airport serves as a significant regional airport located in southern Belgium, positioned at 50.460982, 4.457158. Situated at 614 feet above mean sea level, the airport handles medium-sized aircraft operations with a single runway 06/24 measuring 10,023 feet in length. Its strategic location provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Charleroi metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly variable conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevalent in 49.5% of recorded periods. Temperature ranges extensively from -6°C to 28°C, with an average of 8.2°C, presenting potential seasonal meteorological challenges. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at 180°, averaging 8.8 knots with occasional gusts up to 28 knots, suggesting consistent but manageable wind conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time. Crosswind components average a moderate 4.9 knots, indicating generally stable approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, and only 4.1% of observations reporting fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most consistent Visual Flight Rules months, offering optimal flying conditions. The runway's extensive 10,023-foot asphalt surface provides substantial landing and takeoff options. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds and prepare for potential temperature variations when planning approaches to Brussels South Charleroi 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.