Quimper-Cornouaille Airport

LFRQ / UIP

Quimper/Pluguffan, FR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
3 kt
200°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1030 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRQ 041130Z AUTO 20003KT 130V260 CAVOK 26/14 Q1030 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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: Mist. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1030 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (297 ft)
Pressure Alt
-206 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,185 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFRQ 040500Z 0406/0506 02006KT CAVOK PROB40 TEMPO 0406/0408 BKN005 BECMG 0415/0417 32010KT BECMG 0421/0423 01010KT TEMPO 0500/0506 2000 BR BKN002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 320° 10 kt
21:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 10° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRQ
04
22 ✈️
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
2,657 ft 148 ft ASP 33°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
09/27 7,054 ft 148 ft ASP 94°
0.8 kt 2.9 kt
106° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFRQ

13,698 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.6%
MVFR
28.3%
IFR
18.4%
LIFR
9.7%

Quimper-Cornouaille Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.7%
N
10.6%
S
16.3%
W
20%
NE
12.3%
NW
10.1%
SE
5.9%
SW
16.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.1°C
Range: -3°C to 39°C
-3°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

April May June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,698 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.