Pau Pyrénées Airport

LFBP / PUF

Pau/Pyrénées (Uzein), FR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
10 kt
240°
7 km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBP 142300Z AUTO 24010KT 7000 RA SCT017/// BKN025/// BKN030/// ///TCU 09/08 Q1005 TEMPO 4000 RA BKN013 SCT020TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 616 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,916 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,316 ft AMSL
SCT (TCU)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,616 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,116 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,616 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Pau Pyrénées Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 10 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Light Rain, Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 21:00Z and 05:00Z.

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.

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (616 ft)
Pressure Alt
864 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 292 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBP 141700Z 1418/1518 25012KT 9999 SCT025 BKN035 TEMPO 1418/1420 -SHRA BKN016 SCT025TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1418/1420 28015G28KT 4000 SHRA BKN012 SCT020CB BKN025TCU BECMG 1420/1422 -RA BKN018 TEMPO 1421/1505 4000 RA BKN013 SCT020TCU BECMG 1505/1507 NSW SCT020 BKN035 TEMPO 1512/1517 4000 -SHRA SCT020TCU BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
05:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBP
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 125°
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFBP

11,370 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.1%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
12%
LIFR
5.5%

Pau Pyrénées Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 3.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.8%
NE
6.4%
E
16.9%
SE
20.1%
S
5.9%
SW
12.5%
W
20.6%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.7°C
Range: -7°C to 33°C
-7°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.6%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,370 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pau Pyrénées Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBP
IATA Code: PUF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 616 ft MSL

Location

City: Pau/Pyrénées (Uzein)
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.380001°
Longitude: -0.418611°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pau Pyrénées Airport

Overview

Pau Pyrénées Airport serves the Pyrénées region in southwestern France, located near the city of Pau at an elevation of 616 feet MSL. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities, strategically positioned between the Atlantic coast and the Pyrenees mountain range.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pau Pyrénées Airport predominantly support visual flight rules, with 66.1% of observations showing VFR conditions. Temperature variations range significantly from -7°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.2°C, presenting potential seasonal operational considerations for pilots. Wind patterns are consistently southeast (135°) with an average speed of 5.4 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 13/31 spans 8,202 feet with an asphalted surface, offering substantial landing capabilities. The airport's geographical position near the Pyrenees suggests potential for complex terrain-influenced wind patterns and visibility conditions. Calm wind conditions occur in 4.1% of observations, indicating relatively stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots, providing predictable approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in 7.8% of observations). October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation operations.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.