Rotterdam The Hague Airport

EHRD / RTM

Rotterdam, NL

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:25Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
05:25Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
180°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHRD 100525Z AUTO 18006KT 120V200 8000 FEW005 SCT032 12/12 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: -15 ft
FEW 500 ft AGL
SCT 3,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
485 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,185 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Rotterdam The Hague Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,200 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 500 ft, scattered at 3,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (-15 ft)
Pressure Alt
-68 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -432 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EHRD 092301Z 1000/1106 21007KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 1000/1103 6000 SHRA FEW025CB BKN030 BECMG 1007/1010 26012KT BECMG 1018/1021 24005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km
07:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 260° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HRD
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 56°
3.0 kt 5.2 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 - EHRD

12,539 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.2%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
6.2%

Rotterdam The Hague Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
10.7%
E
15.3%
SE
6.8%
S
25.1%
SW
15.7%
W
12.9%
NW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.6°C
Range: -5°C to 30°C
-5°C 30°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 12,539 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rotterdam The Hague Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHRD
IATA Code: RTM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: -15 ft MSL

Location

City: Rotterdam
Country: NL
Latitude: 51.956902°
Longitude: 4.437220°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rotterdam The Hague Airport

Overview

Rotterdam The Hague Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in the Netherlands at -15 feet mean sea level, situated near the city of Rotterdam. The airport handles diverse aviation operations with a single runway (06/24) measuring 7,218 feet in length, constructed with asphalt pavement. Its strategic location provides critical transportation infrastructure for the western Netherlands region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EHRD demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing in 56.2% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring in 26.5% of cases and instrument conditions present 17.3% of the time. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 26°C, with an average of 8.9°C, suggesting potential for seasonal weather transitions.

Notable Features

The airport's negative elevation of -15 feet MSL reflects its characteristic low-lying Dutch coastal geography. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 9.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Wind conditions remain calm in only 0.7% of observations, indicating consistent atmospheric movement typical of the region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment in 100% of observed conditions, with an average crosswind component of 5.4 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal visual flying conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 3.4% fog occurrence.

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.