Luxembourg-Findel International Airport

ELLX / LUX

Luxembourg, LU

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
9 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ELLX 141520Z COR 25009KT 9999 FEW023 11/03 Q0998 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,234 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,534 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 9 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 22:00Z 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
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
957 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,234 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,692 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,508 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ELLX 141100Z 1412/1518 25011KT 9999 BKN025 TEMPO 1412/1417 4000 SHRA BKN017CB PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1415 24015G30KT TSRA BECMG 1419/1422 34005KT TEMPO 1422/1506 2000 BR SCT002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:50Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 11 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
19:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 340° 5 kt
22:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LLX
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
13,130 ft 148 ft ASPHALT 57°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ELLX

11,181 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.4%
MVFR
16.6%
IFR
11%
LIFR
17.9%

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
20%
E
11.5%
SE
9.7%
S
22%
SW
14.7%
W
12.1%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -6°C to 26°C
-6°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.2%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,181 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ELLX
IATA Code: LUX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,234 ft MSL

Location

City: Luxembourg
Country: LU
Latitude: 49.623333°
Longitude: 6.204444°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 13,130 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

About Luxembourg-Findel International Airport

Overview

Luxembourg-Findel International Airport serves as the primary international airport for the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, located in the southern part of the country near the capital city. Situated at an elevation of 1234 feet MSL, the airport plays a critical role in supporting both commercial passenger and cargo operations in the European air transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Luxembourg's airport experiences moderate continental weather patterns with potential variability throughout the year. The airport's elevation at 1234 feet and geographical location can produce challenging wind conditions, particularly during transitional seasons, which pilots should anticipate when planning approaches and departures.

Notable Features

The airport features a single significant runway (06/24) measuring 13,130 feet in length, constructed of asphalt and capable of supporting large commercial aircraft operations. Its substantial runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and helps mitigate potential crosswind challenges given the airport's geographical positioning.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts when operating on the 06/24 runway, which runs approximately east-northeast to west-southwest. The extensive runway length of 13,130 feet offers considerable operational margins for most aircraft classes, providing additional safety and performance benefits during landing and takeoff procedures.

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.