Emden Airport

EDWE / EME

Emden, DE

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
5 kt
130°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDWE 050650Z AUTO 13005KT 8000 NCD 03/02 Q1023

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDWE 050500Z 0506/0515 11005KT CAVOK BECMG 0508/0510 13010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 130° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DWE
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 73°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDWE

7,731 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.4%
MVFR
24.6%
IFR
14.1%
LIFR
10.9%

Emden Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
5.6%
E
22%
SE
11.6%
S
22.4%
SW
18.6%
W
12.1%
NW
3.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -11°C to 24°C
-11°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.8%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,731 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Emden Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDWE
IATA Code: EME
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3 ft MSL

Location

City: Emden
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.391109°
Longitude: 7.227500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Emden Airport

Emden Airport (EDWE/EME) is located in Emden, DE at an elevation of 3 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 4,265 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 50.4% of the time based on 7,731 observations, EDWE requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 25% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EDWE come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 8.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 07/25 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -11°C (12°F) to 24°C (75°F), averaging 6.4°C (44°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.77 to 10.36 inHg (331-351 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,731 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.