RAF Marham

EGYM / KNF

King's Lynn, Norfolk, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:50Z

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Air Force or Ministry of Defence aerodrome. Civil access may be available with Prior Permission Required (PPR).

Access Notes:

Many RAF stations accept civil PPR; consult UK AIP AD 2 for specific procedures

Consult official AIP (UK AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
01:50Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
1 kt
90°
3.3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR EGYM 040150Z AUTO 09001KT 3300 BR NCD 03/02 Q1028

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GYM
01
19
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 6,116 ft 148 ft CON
0.2 kt 1.0 kt
81° angle
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,131 ft 148 ft ASP 55°
0.8 kt 0.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGYM

6,851 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55%
MVFR
25.8%
IFR
13.1%
LIFR
6.1%

RAF Marham is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.5%
NE
6.3%
E
11%
SE
17.5%
S
26.8%
SW
15.4%
W
9.4%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -11°C to 26°C
-11°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,851 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

RAF Marham - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGYM
IATA Code: KNF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 75 ft MSL

Location

City: King's Lynn, Norfolk
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.648395°
Longitude: 0.550692°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,116 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 9,131 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About RAF Marham

RAF Marham is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the GB AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

RAF Marham is a medium-sized military airport located in Norfolk, eastern England, situated near King's Lynn at an elevation of 75 feet MSL. As a Royal Air Force base, it serves critical military aviation operations and strategic defense infrastructure in the United Kingdom.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at RAF Marham are predominantly VFR, with 59.2% of observations in visual flight rules conditions. The prevailing wind is from the south at 180° with an average speed of 10.2 knots, and temperature ranges from -11°C to 26°C, with an average of 8.7°C. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence of only 2.2%.

Notable Features

The airport features two significant runways: a 6,116-foot concrete runway (01/19) and a 9,131-foot asphalt runway (05/23). Both runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The surrounding Norfolk landscape is characterized by relatively flat terrain typical of eastern England's coastal plains.

Approach Considerations

Both runways offer consistent wind conditions with minimal crosswind challenges, averaging 5.6 knots for runway 01/19 and 6.3 knots for runway 05/23. September, November, and December represent the best months for visual flight conditions, providing optimal flying opportunities for pilots operating at RAF Marham.

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.