Bournemouth Airport

EGHH / BOH

Bournemouth, GB

Last Updated
Mar 3, 19:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
4 kt
60°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGHH 031950Z 06004KT CAVOK 09/07 Q1026

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGHH 031956Z 0321/0324 09007KT 9999 FEW040 PROB30 TEMPO 0321/0324 8000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:30Z BASE
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VFR 90° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GHH
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
7,454 ft 151 ft ASP 75°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGHH

5,618 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.4%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
11%
LIFR
4%

Bournemouth Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 68 knots. Temperatures typically range between -8°C and 22°C with an average of 9.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 68 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.3%
NE
8.6%
E
7.5%
SE
8.7%
S
21.4%
SW
17.5%
W
17.8%
NW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -8°C to 22°C
-8°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

September November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,618 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bournemouth Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGHH
IATA Code: BOH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 38 ft MSL

Location

City: Bournemouth
Country: GB
Latitude: 50.780483°
Longitude: -1.839576°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,454 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bournemouth Airport

Overview

Bournemouth Airport (EGHH) is a medium-sized airport located in Dorset, southern England, serving the coastal region around Bournemouth. Positioned at 38 feet above mean sea level, the airport offers a single runway (08/26) extending 7,454 feet, capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 66.5% of observations supporting clear flying. Winds are typically from the south (180°) at an average of 8.9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 22°C, with an average of 10.3°C, suggesting variable seasonal conditions.

Notable Features

Situated near the southern English coast, Bournemouth Airport's low elevation and coastal location can produce rapid weather changes. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present in only 5% of observations and less than 3% of reports showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 5.5 knots. September, November, and January historically offer the most consistent VFR conditions, providing pilots with more predictable flying environments during these months.

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.