Quimper-Cornouaille Airport

LFRQ / UIP

Quimper/Pluguffan, FR

Last Updated
May 15, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
04:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
6 kt
320°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRQ 150430Z AUTO 32006KT CAVOK 07/06 Q1008

Weather Briefing

VFR

Quimper-Cornouaille Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFRQ 141700Z 1418/1518 33010KT 9999 BKN040 TEMPO 1418/1420 33015G25KT PROB40 TEMPO 1418/1504 4000 SHRA BKN025TCU SCT030CB TEMPO 1509/1516 3000 SHRA BKN025TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1512/1518 34015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Showers Rain
12:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+8h
VFR 340° 15 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRQ
04
22
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 2,657 ft 148 ft ASP 33°
1.8 kt 5.7 kt
73° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
7,054 ft 148 ft ASP 94°
3.9 kt 4.6 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 - LFRQ

11,396 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
40.8%
MVFR
29.2%
IFR
19.7%
LIFR
10.3%

Quimper-Cornouaille Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 40.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.3%
N
11.1%
S
17.7%
W
18.6%
NE
12.5%
NW
9.4%
SE
5.6%
SW
16.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -3°C to 28°C
-3°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,396 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Quimper-Cornouaille Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRQ
IATA Code: UIP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 297 ft MSL

Location

City: Quimper/Pluguffan
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.973031°
Longitude: -4.169655°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 2,657 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 7,054 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Quimper-Cornouaille Airport

Overview

Quimper-Cornouaille Airport serves the Cornouaille region in western Brittany, France, located near the city of Quimper. Situated at 297 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the surrounding coastal area. The airport features two asphalted runways capable of supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Quimper-Cornouaille demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions prevailing 40.5% of the time. Pilots can expect challenging conditions during IFR (19%) and LIFR (9.9%) periods, particularly during transitional seasons. The prevailing southerly winds at an average of 9.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots, require careful wind management during approaches and departures.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration (04/22 and 09/27) provides operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.1 and 6.1 knots respectively. The airport's moderate elevation and coastal location suggest potential for rapid weather transitions and localized wind variations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 22°C create diverse atmospheric conditions. With an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (3.7%), pilots can generally expect good visual conditions. The runways' orientation suggests consistent wind management strategies will be beneficial for safe approaches.

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.