Lelystad Airport

EHLE / LEY

Lelystad, NL

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:25Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
03:25Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
9 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHLE 050325Z AUTO 29009KT 260V340 9999 BKN016/// OVC019/// 18/15 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: -13 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
OVC 1,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,587 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,887 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Lelystad Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 9 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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 RADZ, Light RADZ, Light Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light RADZ between 05:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light RADZ, Light Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EHLE 042350Z 0500/0606 26010KT 9999 SCT045 BECMG 0500/0502 29010KT PROB40 TEMPO 0505/0508 7000 -RADZ PROB40 TEMPO 0513/0517 7000 -RADZ -SHRA BKN014 FEW020TCU BECMG 0521/0524 22005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
05:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Light RADZ
13:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
Light RADZ, Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HLE
05L
23R ✈️
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
8,858 ft 148 ft ASPH 46°
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
60° angle
✈️ 05L/23R
Active: 23R
4,495 ft 98 ft grass 48°
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EHLE

13,575 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
20.6%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
7.8%

Lelystad Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
16%
N
7.1%
S
23.8%
W
11.8%
NE
11.8%
NW
6.1%
SE
8.1%
SW
15.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.6°C
Range: -11°C to 36°C
-11°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

July April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 05L/23R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,575 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lelystad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHLE
IATA Code: LEY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: -13 ft MSL

Location

City: Lelystad
Country: NL
Latitude: 52.453188°
Longitude: 5.514622°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 05L/23R
Length: 4,495 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Lelystad Airport

Overview

Lelystad Airport is a medium-sized airport located in the Netherlands, situated at an unusual negative elevation of -13 ft MSL. Positioned near the city of Lelystad in the Flevoland province, the airport serves as an important regional aviation facility with two distinct runways. Its geographic location and dual-runway configuration make it a versatile airport for various aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lelystad Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing in 51.6% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 25°C, with an average of 8°C, and September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway 05/23 measuring 8,858 feet, and a secondary grass runway 05L/23R of 4,495 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 5 knots. The negative elevation and proximity to coastal terrain suggest potential for unique local wind and visibility characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should account for the airport's consistent southerly wind patterns and dual-runway configuration. Pilots can expect excellent wind alignment on both runways, with minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with rare instances of reduced visibility, and only 3.9% of observations reporting fog 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

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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.