Lahr Airport

EDTL / LHA

Lahr/Schwarzwald, DE

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDTL 141220Z 23008KT 9999 SCT044 12/04 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 511 ft
SCT 4,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,911 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lahr Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 8 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDTL 141100Z 1412/1421 21013KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1412/1419 23015G25KT 4000 SHRA BKN030CB PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1418 2000 TSRA BKN020CB BECMG 1417/1419 21005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 210° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DTL
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
9,842 ft 148 ft ASP 28°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDTL

10,608 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.8%
MVFR
11%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
8.7%

Lahr Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 6.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.4%
NE
8.7%
E
3.5%
SE
6.3%
S
26.3%
SW
18.8%
W
4.7%
NW
3.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.1°C
Range: -9°C to 30°C
-9°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,608 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lahr Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDTL
IATA Code: LHA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 511 ft MSL

Location

City: Lahr/Schwarzwald
Country: DE
Latitude: 48.369301°
Longitude: 7.827720°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lahr Airport

Overview

Lahr Airport is located in the Schwarzwald region of southwestern Germany, serving as a medium-sized airport with significant general aviation capabilities. Situated at an elevation of 511 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lahr/Schwarzwald area, offering a substantial 9,842-foot asphalt runway capable of accommodating various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lahr Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions present 63.6% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -9°C to 30°C, with an average of 7.1°C. Wind patterns are primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 6.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 26 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in the Schwarzwald region suggests potential terrain considerations for pilots, with surrounding mountainous landscape typical of southwestern Germany. The single runway (03/21) experiences highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.1 knots, providing consistently stable approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most predictable during October, September, and November, which represent the best VFR months. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present only 5.1% of the time). Pilots should be prepared for occasional IFR conditions, which occur approximately 22.9% of the time, combining standard IFR (10%) and LIFR (12.9%) scenarios.

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.