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MVFRLe Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (350°) at 6 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,400 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 9 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm RAGS 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 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
|
0 ft | 0 ft | UNK | 0° |
↑ 2.1 kt
•
↔ 5.6 kt
70° angle
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| 13/31 | 6,070 ft | 131 ft | ASP | 133° |
↓ 4.8 kt
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↔ 3.6 kt
143° angle
|
Weather Statistics - LFAT
11,512 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.
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Statistics computed from 11,512 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport - Airport Information
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About Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport
Overview
Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport serves the coastal region of northern France, situated in the popular resort town of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage. Located at 36 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 50.518284, 1.621656, the airport provides medium-sized airport infrastructure for regional and general aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Le Touquet demonstrate significant VFR opportunities, with 51.5% of observations showing visual flight rules and an additional 33% in marginal VFR conditions. Prevailing winds from the southeast (135°) average 9 knots, with temperatures ranging from -5°C to 28°C and an average of 10°C. September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: Runway 13/31 with a paved surface measuring 6,070 feet, and Runway 06/24 with unspecified length. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components of 6.2 knots and 5.1 knots respectively. The coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing maritime weather patterns.
Approach Considerations
Given the predominant southeast winds, pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions with minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility (only 0.7% fog occurrence). The low elevation and coastal positioning suggest standard approach considerations typical of maritime airport environments.
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