Biarritz Pays Basque airport

LFBZ / BIQ

Biarritz, FR

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBZ 150830Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 SCT046/// SCT064/// BKN080/// ///CB 10/08 Q1009 TEMPO VRB15G30KT 1400 TSRA BECMG BKN030

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 245 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 4,600 ft AGL
SCT 6,400 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,245 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,845 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,645 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,245 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Biarritz Pays Basque airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (245 ft)
Pressure Alt
373 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -168 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBZ 150500Z 1506/1606 30010KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 1506/1510 3000 SHRA BKN030TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1510 VRB15G30KT 1400 TSRA BKN020CB TEMPO 1512/1516 30015G25KT TEMPO 1516/1606 30015G30KT 4000 -SHRA BKN030TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1601/1606 2000 TSRA BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+4h
VFR 300° 15 kt
16:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBZ
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 7,382 ft 148 ft ASP 89° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFBZ

11,510 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.2%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
13.2%
LIFR
4.9%

Biarritz Pays Basque airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.3%
N
4.8%
S
21.7%
W
20.3%
NE
4.8%
NW
9.8%
SE
11.2%
SW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.3°C
Range: -6°C to 33°C
-6°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,510 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Biarritz Pays Basque airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBZ
IATA Code: BIQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 245 ft MSL

Location

City: Biarritz
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.468372°
Longitude: -1.523223°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,382 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Biarritz Pays Basque airport

Overview

Biarritz Pays Basque airport serves the southwestern coastal region of France, located near the Spanish border. Situated at 245 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Pays Basque region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFBZ demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 62.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Seasonal temperatures range widely from -6°C to 33°C, with an average of 13.3°C, presenting minimal extreme temperature challenges. Wind patterns are consistently southerly at an average of 6.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 35 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 09/27, extending 7,382 ft with an asphalt surface. Its coastal location near the Pyrenees suggests potential for complex terrain-influenced wind patterns and occasional maritime weather influences. Pilots should anticipate potential microclimate effects typical of regions near mountainous coastal terrain.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (5.8% of observations). September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months for this 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.