Meiringen Air Base

LSMM

Meiringen, CH

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
4 kt
310°
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Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSMM 141520Z AUTO 31004KT 210V350 9999NDV -RA FEW016 SCT024 BKN034 08/06 Q1000 RMK

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,895 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
SCT 2,400 ft AGL
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,495 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,295 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,295 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Meiringen Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,400 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 13 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 11:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 05:00Z 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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
937 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,895 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,293 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,908 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LSMM 140925Z 1410/1516 16004KT 9999 FEW030 SCT085 TEMPO 1410/1419 27010KT SHRA SCT050TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1411/1418 27013G28KT BECMG 1417/1420 VRB02KT PROB40 TEMPO 1505/1516 27010KT SHRA SCT040TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1510/1516 TSRA SCT030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMM
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
6,571 ft 130 ft ASP 95°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LSMM

10,738 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.3%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
1.4%

Meiringen Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 40% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 28.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 40%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.4%
NE
2.5%
E
21.3%
SE
6.1%
S
1.3%
SW
6.2%
W
18.3%
NW
3.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.7°C
Range: -14°C to 26°C
-14°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 28.5%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 10,738 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Meiringen Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSMM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,895 ft MSL

Location

City: Meiringen
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.742324°
Longitude: 8.108919°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,571 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Meiringen Air Base

Meiringen Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CH AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Meiringen Air Base (LSMM) is located in Meiringen, CH at an elevation of 1,895 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 6,571 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 10,738 weather observations, LSMM experiences excellent VFR conditions 85.3% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region. Fog affects the airport in approximately 28.5% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LSMM come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 5.7 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (40% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 10/28 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are May, April, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -14°C (7°F) to 26°C (79°F), averaging 5.7°C (42°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.83 to 10.32 inHg (333-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 10,738 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.