Brest Bretagne airport

LFRB / BES

Brest, FR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1031 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRB 041000Z AUTO VRB05KT CAVOK 21/16 Q1031 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brest Bretagne airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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: Mist. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 21:00Z 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
1031 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (325 ft)
Pressure Alt
-208 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 590 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFRB 040500Z 0406/0512 03006KT 9999 OVC006 BECMG 0407/0409 BKN012 BECMG 0409/0411 SCT020 TEMPO 0421/0505 2000 BR BKN002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:17Z BASE
+0h
IFR 30° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 600 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+11h
LIFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRB
07L
25R
07R
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07L/25R 2,297 ft 59 ft ASP 71° No wind data
07R/25L 10,171 ft 148 ft ASP 71° 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 - LFRB

13,880 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
33%
MVFR
31%
IFR
23.6%
LIFR
12.4%

Brest Bretagne airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 33% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 36% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
6%
N
10.2%
S
20.5%
W
15.8%
NE
11.7%
NW
8.2%
SE
7.1%
SW
20.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.7°C
Range: -4°C to 39°C
-4°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.1%

Best Months for VFR

April May June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 13,880 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brest Bretagne airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRB
IATA Code: BES
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 325 ft MSL

Location

City: Brest
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.447899°
Longitude: -4.418540°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 10,171 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brest Bretagne airport

Overview

Brest Bretagne Airport serves the northwestern coastal region of Brittany, France, located at an elevation of 325 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Brest metropolitan area and surrounding regions. The airport supports diverse aviation operations with its substantial runway lengths and strategic coastal positioning.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Brest Bretagne Airport demonstrate significant variability, with instrument meteorological conditions prevalent. Historical observations indicate that 34.6% of recorded weather periods are Marginal VFR, while pure VFR conditions occur 30.8% of the time. Pilots should anticipate southerly winds averaging 10.5 knots, with potential gusts up to 34 knots, and temperatures ranging from -4°C to 20°C with an average of 10.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 07L/25R at 2,297 feet and 07R/25L extending 10,171 feet, providing operational flexibility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 6.5 knots. The coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing maritime weather patterns, particularly during transitional seasons.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Brest Bretagne Airport. Fog occurs in approximately 5.1% of observations, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles. Pilots should prepare for potential reduced visibility and maritime weather influences, particularly during approach and departure phases.

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
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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.