Tiree Airport

EGPU / TRE

Balemartine, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:20Z

Current Weather

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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
19 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR EGPU 040220Z AUTO 16019KT 9999 NCD 06/03 Q1022

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPU
05
23
11
29
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,600 ft 98 ft ASP 47°
7.4 kt 17.5 kt
113° angle
11/29 2,690 ft 62 ft ASP 109°
12.0 kt 14.8 kt
51° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
2,598 ft 59 ft CON 168°
18.7 kt 3.3 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 - EGPU

4,121 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.8%
MVFR
20.4%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
4.6%

Tiree Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 16.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 218 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 16°C with an average of 7.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 16.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 218 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.2%
NE
5.7%
E
22.3%
SE
17.2%
S
22.3%
SW
14.4%
W
6.4%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -2°C to 16°C
-2°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 11.6 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.9 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 10.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,121 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tiree Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGPU
IATA Code: TRE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 38 ft MSL

Location

City: Balemartine
Country: GB
Latitude: 56.499199°
Longitude: -6.869170°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,600 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 2,690 ft
Width: 62 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 2,598 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Tiree Airport

Overview

Tiree Airport serves the Isle of Tiree, located in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, operating as a medium-sized airport at a low elevation of 38 feet MSL. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote island, supporting essential regional connectivity with three distinct runways accommodating various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tiree Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying opportunities, with 77.6% of observations presenting visual flight conditions. The airport experiences prevailing southerly winds averaging 16.5 knots, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 16°C and consistent visibility around 10 statute miles. September, January, and October statistically offer the most reliable VFR conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with asphalt (ASP) and concrete (CON) surfaces, offering multiple approach options for different wind scenarios. Its coastal island location suggests potential for rapid weather changes and wind variability, with wind speeds historically reaching up to 218 knots. The geographic position in the Hebrides presents unique meteorological characteristics typical of maritime island environments.

Approach Considerations

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 9 to 11.3 knots. Runway 05/23, the longest at 4600 feet, provides the primary operational surface for most aircraft. Pilots should anticipate consistent southerly wind patterns and be prepared for potential maritime weather influences during approach and landing.

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.