Donegal Airport

EIDL / CFN

Donegal, IE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
9 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EIDL 040900Z 18009KT 9999 BKN009 BKN017 08/06 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 30 ft
BKN 900 ft AGL
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
930 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,730 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EIDL 040800Z 0409/0418 17012KT 9999 FEW010 BKN020 TEMPO 0409/0411 BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 0413/0415 18014G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
13:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
VFR 180° 14 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IDL
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,908 ft 98 ft BIT 20°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EIDL

3,777 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.7%
MVFR
28%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
0.8%

Donegal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 14.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 19°C with an average of 9.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 14.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
5.1%
E
13.3%
SE
12.8%
S
30.9%
SW
12.9%
W
11.5%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.2°C
Range: 0°C to 19°C
0°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,777 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Donegal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EIDL
IATA Code: CFN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Donegal
Country: IE
Latitude: 55.044201°
Longitude: -8.341000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,908 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Donegal Airport

Overview

Donegal Airport serves the northwestern region of Ireland, situated in County Donegal at an elevation of 30 feet MSL. The airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for this remote coastal area, supporting regional connectivity and general aviation operations. Its strategic location offers access to the rugged Donegal landscape and surrounding Atlantic coastal regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Donegal Airport are predominantly VFR, with 67.5% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. Pilots can expect consistent southerly winds averaging 14 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 39 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 1°C to 19°C, with an average of 9.8°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (03/21) measuring 4,908 feet, constructed with bituminous surface. Its coastal location suggests potential for challenging wind conditions, with significant crosswind components. The surrounding terrain likely includes coastal landscapes typical of northwest Ireland, which may introduce complex local wind patterns and potential turbulence.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of 8.2 knots. September, January, and November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) and excellent average visibility (10 statute miles) provide generally reliable approach and landing conditions.

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.