Lille Airport

LFQQ / LIL

Lesquin, FR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
240°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFQQ 042100Z AUTO 24007KT CAVOK 19/15 Q1025 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lille Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 7 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 02:00Z and 05:00Z.

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
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (157 ft)
Pressure Alt
-196 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 322 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFQQ 041700Z 0418/0524 27012G22KT CAVOK BECMG 0422/0424 VRB04KT PROB30 0502/0505 4000 BR BECMG 0508/0510 30010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
22:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR VRB 4 kt
02:00Z PROB30
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist
08:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 300° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FQQ
01
19
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,184 ft 98 ft ASP 15°
4.9 kt 4.9 kt
135° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,268 ft 148 ft ASP 78°
6.6 kt 2.4 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 - LFQQ

13,584 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.8%
MVFR
22%
IFR
17.9%
LIFR
10.3%

Lille Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
8%
N
8%
S
24.8%
W
13%
NE
11.7%
NW
4.3%
SE
14%
SW
14.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 11°C
Range: -6°C to 37°C
-6°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.6%

Best Months for VFR

April June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 13,584 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lille Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFQQ
IATA Code: LIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 157 ft MSL

Location

City: Lesquin
Country: FR
Latitude: 50.563332°
Longitude: 3.086886°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,184 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 9,268 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lille Airport

Overview

Lille Airport serves the metropolitan area of Lille in northern France, located in Lesquin at an elevation of 157 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with VFR conditions predominating at 42% of observations. Winter temperatures can drop to -6°C, while summer peaks reach 29°C, with an average temperature of 8.9°C. Fog occurs in 8.2% of observations, and visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 01/19 at 5,184 feet and 08/26 at 9,268 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The prevailing wind from the south (180°) occurs at an average speed of 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 34 knots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Crosswind components are moderate, averaging 4.6 knots on runway 01/19 and 6.6 knots on runway 08/26. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations and maintain situational awareness during approach and landing.

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.