Aurillac airport

LFLW / AUR

Aurillac, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
10 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLW 141330Z AUTO 24010KT 200V280 9999 SCT025/// BKN034/// BKN047/// ///TCU 11/05 Q1004 TEMPO 29020G35KT 2000 TSRAGS SCT010 BKN020CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,096 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
BKN 4,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,096 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,096 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,596 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,496 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,796 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aurillac airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 10 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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 RAGS. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm RAGS between 12:00Z and 19:00Z.

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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
934 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,096 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,374 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,397 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF LFLW 141100Z 1412/1421 27010KT 9999 SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 1412/1421 29015G25KT 4000 SHRA BKN020TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1419 29020G35KT 2000 TSRAGS SCT010 BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
FLW
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
5,577 ft 98 ft ASP 150°
0.0 kt 10.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFLW

11,428 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.6%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
14.7%
LIFR
11.2%

Aurillac airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
3%
NE
0.8%
E
33.2%
SE
19.2%
S
4.1%
SW
7.6%
W
15.6%
NW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -13°C to 29°C
-13°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,428 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aurillac airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLW
IATA Code: AUR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,096 ft MSL

Location

City: Aurillac
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.891399°
Longitude: 2.421940°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aurillac airport

Overview

Aurillac airport serves the Cantal department in south-central France, situated at a significant elevation of 2,096 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (15/33), it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Auvergne region, supporting regional and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical analysis reveals diverse flying conditions, with VFR prevailing 50.9% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate weather variability, with temperature ranges from -13°C to 29°C and an average of 7.7°C. Wind conditions are predominantly easterly at 6.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots, and calm periods representing 3.9% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated terrain at 2,096 feet presents potential performance considerations for aircraft operations. Visibility consistently remains good, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (fog present 9% of the time). The airport demonstrates stable wind patterns, with runway 15/33 experiencing favorable wind alignment 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33, measuring 5,577 feet, offers reliable approach conditions with an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. Seasonal VFR conditions are most favorable in January, September, and October. Pilots should anticipate potential weather transitions, with MVFR and IFR conditions collectively representing approximately 34.5% of observations.

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
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.