Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport

EDVE / BWE

Braunschweig, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDVE 040920Z AUTO 09007KT 9999 FEW007 OVC023 06/05 Q1029

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 295 ft
FEW 700 ft AGL
OVC 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
995 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,595 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDVE 040800Z 0409/0418 08005KT 3000 BR SCT025 BECMG 0409/0411 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:29Z BASE
+0h
IFR 80° 5 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DVE
08 ✈️
26
08R ✈️
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 85°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 08R
2,953 ft 98 ft GRS 85°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDVE

7,706 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.8%
MVFR
22.4%
IFR
12.5%
LIFR
7.3%

Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.5%
NE
1.8%
E
35%
SE
8.8%
S
11.5%
SW
17.5%
W
18.4%
NW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.5°C
Range: -13°C to 31°C
-13°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,706 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDVE
IATA Code: BWE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 295 ft MSL

Location

City: Braunschweig
Country: DE
Latitude: 52.319199°
Longitude: 10.556100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 2,953 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport

Overview

Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport serves the Lower Saxony region in northern Germany, located near the cities of Braunschweig and Wolfsburg. As a medium-sized airport situated at 295 feet above mean sea level, it provides important regional aviation infrastructure supporting both general aviation and potentially commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 65.6% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east (90 degrees) at an average of 6.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature ranges are significant, spanning from -13°C to 31°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for diverse seasonal weather conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway 08/26 measuring 7,546 feet, and a secondary grass runway 08R/26L at 2,953 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 3 knots. The consistent wind pattern provides reliable approach and departure conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of reduced visibility (fog present in only 3.9% of observations). September, October, and December represent the best months for VFR flying, offering optimal meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable eastern wind patterns when planning arrivals and departures at this airport.

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.