Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport

LESU / LEU

La Seu d'Urgell Pyrenees and Andorra, ES

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 14 hours ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
12 kt
340°
6 km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LESU 141800Z 34012KT 300V030 6000 -SHRA FEW046TCU OVC060 10/06 Q1004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,625 ft
FEW 4,600 ft AGL (TCU)
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,225 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,625 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 13.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 12 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 4,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 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: Rain, Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Rain, Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

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 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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Raw TAF
TAF LESU 150200Z 1503/1603 VRB03KT 9999 SCT050 TX16/1512Z TN06/1505Z PROB30 TEMPO 1503/1509 4000 RA SHRA FEW040TCU BECMG 1508/1510 33010KT PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1518 33015G25KT PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1516 4000 TSRA FEW040CB BECMG 1518/1520 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 330° 10 kt
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
VFR 330° 15 kt
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain

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: 03
4,157 ft 92 ft ASP 31°
7.7 kt 9.2 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LESU

4,364 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.2%
MVFR
3.8%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
4%

Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 6.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
10.2%
E
5.5%
SE
1.9%
S
13.1%
SW
43.2%
W
5.1%
NW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.8°C
Range: -8°C to 30°C
-8°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,364 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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 4,364 weather observations, LESU experiences excellent VFR conditions 90.2% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.7% 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 6.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -8°C (18°F) to 30°C (86°F), averaging 11.8°C (53°F). 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 4,364 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.