Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

LECH / CDT

Castellón de la Plana, ES

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
9 kt
110°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LECH 041000Z AUTO 11009KT 070V140 CAVOK 29/17 Q1025

Weather Briefing

VFR

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 9 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LECH 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT CAVOK TX33/0412Z TN18/0406Z BECMG 0409/0411 12006KT BECMG 0411/0413 16009KT BECMG 0418/0420 22007KT BECMG 0421/0423 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 160° 9 kt
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 220° 7 kt
21:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECH
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,858 ft 147 ft Asphalt 57°
5.8 kt 6.9 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 - LECH

13,302 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.1%
MVFR
14.4%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
2.1%

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 7%
Direction Distribution:
E
13%
N
12.1%
S
17.7%
W
6.5%
NE
12.4%
NW
7.6%
SE
12.3%
SW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.6°C
Range: 0°C to 35°C
0°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 13,302 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LECH
IATA Code: CDT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,182 ft MSL

Location

City: Castellón de la Plana
Country: ES
Latitude: 40.213889°
Longitude: 0.073333°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport

Overview

Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport serves the coastal region of Castellón de la Plana in eastern Spain, situated at an elevation of 1182 ft MSL. The airport provides infrastructure for regional and potentially charter aviation operations, positioned strategically near the Mediterranean coastline. Its single runway (06/24) extends 8858 feet and is constructed of asphalt, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LECH are predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR), with 75.8% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 28°C, with an average of 13.2°C, indicating mild climate characteristics. Wind patterns are primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 31 knots, and periods of calm at 9.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location near the Mediterranean coast suggests potential maritime weather influences and terrain interactions. Its elevation at 1182 ft MSL places it in a moderate terrain environment, which could impact wind patterns and approach dynamics. The single runway orientation (06/24) allows for flexible operations with consistent wind alignment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind favorability, with 100% of wind conditions potentially supporting direct or near-direct approaches. Average crosswind conditions are mild at 4.1 knots, providing comfortable landing parameters. Pilots should note September, October, and November offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions based on historical meteorological data.

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.