Erfurt-Weimar Airport

EDDE / ERF

Erfurt, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
1 kt
Variable
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDE 042020Z AUTO VRB01KT 9000 NCD 07/05 Q1027 NOSIG
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,036 ft)
Pressure Alt
624 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -87 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDE 041700Z 0418/0518 06005KT CAVOK BECMG 0419/0423 VRB03KT TEMPO 0500/0509 3000 BR PROB40 TEMPO 0503/0508 0500 FG BKN001 BECMG 0508/0511 09005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
00:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+7h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.5 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Fog
08:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 90° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDE
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,530 ft 164 ft ASP 98° 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 - EDDE

7,801 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.8%
MVFR
22.2%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
13.2%

Erfurt-Weimar Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.6%
NE
13.7%
E
4.5%
SE
2%
S
25.2%
SW
27.6%
W
16%
NW
3.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.6°C
Range: -11°C to 30°C
-11°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,801 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Erfurt-Weimar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDE
IATA Code: ERF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,036 ft MSL

Location

City: Erfurt
Country: DE
Latitude: 50.979801°
Longitude: 10.958100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Erfurt-Weimar Airport

Overview

Erfurt-Weimar Airport serves the Thuringia region in central Germany, located near two historically significant cities. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway at 1036 ft elevation, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and general aviation operations in the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Erfurt-Weimar demonstrates significant variability, with VFR conditions predominating at 63.1% of observed periods. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 30°C, creating diverse operational challenges, while prevailing southwest winds at an average of 8.4 knots provide generally stable conditions for most aircraft.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) extends 8,530 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial length for most aircraft types. Its central German location suggests potential terrain variations typical of the region, with elevation at 1036 ft mean sea level requiring standard terrain awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 5.5 knots. Pilots should note the highest probability of optimal VFR conditions during September, November, and January, with minimal fog occurrences and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

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.