La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport

LFRI / EDM

La Roche-sur-Yon, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
10 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRI 141530Z AUTO 01010KT 320V030 9999 RA FEW024/// BKN034/// OVC046/// ///TCU 08/06 Q1004 TEMPO 30015G30KT 4500 -SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 299 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
OVC 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,699 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,699 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,899 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 10 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 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: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Fog. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 02:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (299 ft)
Pressure Alt
577 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -191 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFRI 141100Z 1412/1512 31012KT 9999 FEW030 BKN040 TEMPO 1412/1417 30015G30KT TEMPO 1412/1422 4500 -SHRA BKN030TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1502/1507 2000 BR PROB30 TEMPO 1503/1507 0700 FG VV///
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
02:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist
03:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.7 km
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRI
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
5,085 ft 98 ft ASP 102°
0.0 kt 10.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFRI

11,458 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.4%
MVFR
19.7%
IFR
13.8%
LIFR
12.1%

La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
12.1%
E
10.8%
SE
13.4%
S
20.6%
SW
13.5%
W
13.2%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -6°C to 27°C
-6°C 27°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,458 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRI
IATA Code: EDM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 299 ft MSL

Location

City: La Roche-sur-Yon
Country: FR
Latitude: 46.701900°
Longitude: -1.378630°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,085 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport

Overview

La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport serves the Vendée department in western France, providing regional aviation access. Located at an elevation of 299 feet MSL near the city of La Roche-sur-Yon, this medium-sized airport supports various general aviation and local flight operations. The airport's single runway 10/28 spans 5,085 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 53.7% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions accounting for the remaining weather patterns. Wind statistics indicate a prevailing southerly direction at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 27°C, with an average of 10.3°C, suggesting significant seasonal variations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in western France contributes to its diverse weather characteristics. Observations show occasional fog events (8.7% of the time) that could impact visibility. The terrain surrounding the airport appears to be relatively consistent, with no specific extreme terrain challenges noted in the available data.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with winds aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind of 5.5 knots. Pilots should note September, October, and November offer the best VFR conditions based on historical meteorological data. The consistent wind patterns and moderate crosswind make this runway generally predictable for approach and departure operations.

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.