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Weather Briefing
MVFRBiarritz Pays Basque airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (260°) at 13 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
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: Rain, Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 18:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 11:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 11:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
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7,382 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 89° |
↑ 12.8 kt
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↔ 2.3 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - LFBZ
11,510 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Biarritz Pays Basque airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 11,510 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Biarritz Pays Basque airport - Airport Information
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About Biarritz Pays Basque airport
Overview
Biarritz Pays Basque airport serves the southwestern coastal region of France, located near the Spanish border. Situated at 245 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Pays Basque region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at LFBZ demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 62.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Seasonal temperatures range widely from -6°C to 33°C, with an average of 13.3°C, presenting minimal extreme temperature challenges. Wind patterns are consistently southerly at an average of 6.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 35 knots.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway 09/27, extending 7,382 ft with an asphalt surface. Its coastal location near the Pyrenees suggests potential for complex terrain-influenced wind patterns and occasional maritime weather influences. Pilots should anticipate potential microclimate effects typical of regions near mountainous coastal terrain.
Approach Considerations
Runway 09/27 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (5.8% of observations). September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months for this airport.
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