Oostende-Brugge International Airport

EBOS / OST

Oostende, BE

Last Updated
Jun 17, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
13 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBOS 170850Z 25013KT 9999 BKN009 19/16 Q1019 TEMPO BKN010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
BKN 900 ft AGL
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
913 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,013 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Oostende-Brugge International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 13 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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: Mist. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
-160 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 323 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EBOS 170501Z 1706/1812 20008KT 9999 SCT018 PROB40 TEMPO 1706/1709 BKN007 TEMPO 1708/1718 26014KT TEMPO 1800/1809 2500 BR BKN004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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: 26
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 75°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
14/32 2,057 ft 148 ft Grass 137°
5.1 kt 12.0 kt
113° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EBOS

12,645 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.4%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
4.5%

Oostende-Brugge International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.3% 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 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

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
8%
S
26%
W
12.9%
NE
12.5%
NW
5.9%
SE
8.9%
SW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -3°C to 30°C
-3°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.3 kt

Statistics computed from 12,645 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.