EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg

LFSB / BSL

Bâle / Mulhouse, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFSB 141530Z AUTO 30003KT 240V040 9999 FEW033/// BKN041/// BKN049/// ///TCU 12/06 Q1000 TEMPO 28015G28KT TSRA FEW025CB BKN040

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 885 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 3,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,100 ft AGL
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
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FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,385 ft AMSL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,185 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,885 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,985 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,785 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 09:00Z.

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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (885 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,283 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,135 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFSB 141109Z 1412/1512 25010KT 9999 SCT030 BKN060 TEMPO 1412/1418 28015G28KT 5000 SHRA FEW025CB BKN040 PROB30 TEMPO 1413/1418 TSRA TEMPO 1418/1509 17005KT -SHRA SCT025TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1509 BKN014 TEMPO 1509/1512 31010KT 5000 SHRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR 170° 5 kt
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FSB
07
25
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 5,626 ft 197 ft CON 77°
2.2 kt 2.0 kt
137° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
12,795 ft 197 ft CON 155°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFSB

11,389 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.9%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
10.1%

EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg typically experiences VFR conditions 64.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.6%
NE
2%
E
8%
SE
14.3%
S
20.4%
SW
10.4%
W
15.5%
NW
11.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.1°C
Range: -9°C to 30°C
-9°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.7%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,389 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFSB
IATA Code: BSL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 885 ft MSL

Location

City: Bâle / Mulhouse
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.600680°
Longitude: 7.521117°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,626 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 12,795 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg

Overview

EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg is a unique tri-national airport serving Switzerland, France, and Germany, located near Basel. As a large airport situated at 885 ft MSL, it provides critical international connectivity for the Upper Rhine region. The airport accommodates significant commercial and cargo operations across its two substantial concrete runways.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 885 ft MSL positions it in a region with variable continental European weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's proximity to the Rhine valley and surrounding mountainous terrain. The dual runway configuration (07/25 and 15/33) provides operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Notable Features

EuroAirport's geographic position is distinctive, existing in a complex tri-national border zone with access points in multiple countries. The longer runway (15/33) at 12,795 ft provides extensive operational capabilities for larger aircraft. Its location near the Upper Rhine valley means terrain awareness and regional wind dynamics are critical considerations for flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33, being the longer and primary runway, offers preferred approach options for most aircraft operations. The concrete runway surfaces (07/25 at 5,626 ft and 15/33 at 12,795 ft) provide stable landing conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway length relative to their specific aircraft performance characteristics when planning arrivals and departures.

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.