Aurillac airport

LFLW / AUR

Aurillac, FR

Last Updated
May 15, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLW 150500Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 -RA BKN008/// BKN013/// BKN018/// ///TCU 03/02 Q1002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,096 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,896 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,396 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,896 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Aurillac airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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 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: Light RADZ, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light RADZ between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 15:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 LFLW 150500Z 1506/1515 32006KT 9999 SCT008 OVC018 TEMPO 1506/1508 4000 -RADZ OVC008 FM150800 34010KT 9999 SCT020 BKN030 TEMPO 1508/1515 FEW025TCU BKN040 PROB40 TEMPO 1509/1515 34015G30KT 4000 SHRA SCT030TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:23Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light RADZ
08:00Z FM150800
+3h
VFR 340° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLW
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 5,577 ft 98 ft ASP 150° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFLW

11,428 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.6%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
14.7%
LIFR
11.2%

Aurillac airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
33.2%
N
3%
S
4.1%
W
15.6%
NE
0.8%
NW
13.5%
SE
19.2%
SW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -13°C to 29°C
-13°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,428 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aurillac airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLW
IATA Code: AUR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,096 ft MSL

Location

City: Aurillac
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.891399°
Longitude: 2.421940°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aurillac airport

Overview

Aurillac airport serves the Cantal department in south-central France, situated at a significant elevation of 2,096 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (15/33), it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Auvergne region, supporting regional and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical analysis reveals diverse flying conditions, with VFR prevailing 50.9% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate weather variability, with temperature ranges from -13°C to 29°C and an average of 7.7°C. Wind conditions are predominantly easterly at 6.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots, and calm periods representing 3.9% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated terrain at 2,096 feet presents potential performance considerations for aircraft operations. Visibility consistently remains good, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (fog present 9% of the time). The airport demonstrates stable wind patterns, with runway 15/33 experiencing favorable wind alignment 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33, measuring 5,577 feet, offers reliable approach conditions with an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. Seasonal VFR conditions are most favorable in January, September, and October. Pilots should anticipate potential weather transitions, with MVFR and IFR conditions collectively representing approximately 34.5% of observations.

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.