Debrecen International Airport

LHDC / DEB

Debrecen, HU

Last Updated
Jul 26, 14:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
14:15Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
11 kt
190°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LHDC 261415Z AUTO 19011KT 160V230 CAVOK 31/06 Q1009 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Debrecen International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 11 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (359 ft)
Pressure Alt
487 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,493 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LHDC 261115Z 2612/2621 20011G21KT CAVOK BECMG 2616/2619 18008KT PROB30 TEMPO 2620/2621 VRB18G32KT TSRA SCT070CB BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 11 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 180° 8 kt
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+6h
MVFR VRB 18 kt
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HDC
04R
22L ✈️
05L
23R ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 22L
8,196 ft 131 ft CON 48°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 05L/23R
Active: 23R
8,087 ft 230 ft CON 48°
8.4 kt 7.1 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 - LHDC

14,383 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.3%
MVFR
11.8%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
5.7%

Debrecen International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, July, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.5%
N
18%
S
15.5%
W
7.9%
NE
22.8%
NW
4.8%
SE
3.8%
SW
8.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.1°C
Range: -16°C to 39°C
-16°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.8%

Best Months for VFR

April July June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 05L/23R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 14,383 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Debrecen International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LHDC
IATA Code: DEB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 359 ft MSL

Location

City: Debrecen
Country: HU
Latitude: 47.488899°
Longitude: 21.615299°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04R/22L
Length: 8,196 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 05L/23R
Length: 8,087 ft
Width: 230 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Debrecen International Airport

Overview

Debrecen International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in eastern Hungary, situated near the city of Debrecen at 359 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 47.488899, 21.615299, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with two concrete runways capable of handling significant air traffic operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Debrecen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 57.8% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 18.1% of observation periods. Temperature ranges dramatically from -16°C to 30°C, with an average of 7°C, while wind patterns predominantly emerge from the northeast at an average speed of 6.5 knots and occasional maximum gusts to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel concrete runways: 04R/22L measuring 8,196 feet and 05L/23R measuring 8,087 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind interference (2.9-3.2 knots). Visibility consistently remains high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Optimal visual flying conditions occur during autumn months (September, October, November), offering pilots predictable approach environments. The northeast prevailing winds suggest standard approach planning from those quadrants, with minimal expectation of significant wind-related challenges. Pilots can anticipate generally stable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological 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
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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.