Oostende-Brugge International Airport

EBOS / OST

Oostende, BE

Last Updated
Apr 24, 08:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
08:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
10 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBOS 240820Z 03010KT 9999 FEW011 11/08 Q1026 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 1,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,113 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Oostende-Brugge International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 10 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Fog, Shallow Fog, Mist, Mist. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Shallow Fog, Mist between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 00:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1026 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
-370 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -847 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EBOS 240517Z 2406/2512 04010KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 2406/2408 0500 FG BKN002 PROB40 2500/2508 2000 MIFG BR PROB30 2500/2508 0400 FG PROB30 2508/2510 2500 BR BKN003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BOS
08 ✈️
26
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 75°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
14/32 2,057 ft 148 ft Grass 137°
2.9 kt 9.6 kt
107° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EBOS

10,063 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.1%
MVFR
20.3%
IFR
12.1%
LIFR
5.5%

Oostende-Brugge International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.8%
N
7%
S
30%
W
11.3%
NE
10.6%
NW
5.6%
SE
10.1%
SW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -3°C to 28°C
-3°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

April September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt

Statistics computed from 10,063 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oostende-Brugge International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBOS
IATA Code: OST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Oostende
Country: BE
Latitude: 51.199800°
Longitude: 2.874673°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,057 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Oostende-Brugge International Airport

Overview

Oostende-Brugge International Airport serves the coastal region of Belgium, located in the province of West Flanders. Situated near the North Sea, this medium-sized airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the Oostende and Brugge metropolitan areas. The airport operates two runways, offering flexibility for different wind conditions and aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather patterns at EBOS demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 63.3% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The prevailing southerly winds at 180° average 10.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 37 knots. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 28°C, creating diverse seasonal flying environments, with September, November, and January presenting the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial concrete runway (08/26) measuring 10,499 feet, complemented by a shorter grass runway (14/32) of 2,057 feet. Located at a modest elevation of 13 feet mean sea level, the airport provides relatively flat terrain for approach and departure. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 7.2 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Fog is minimal, occurring in only 2.3% of observations, and visibility below 3 miles is extremely rare. The dual runway configuration allows for flexible wind-aligned approaches, with both runways offering favorable wind conditions across all recorded meteorological data.

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.