Dresden Airport

EDDC / DRS

Dresden, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
13:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
330°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDC 041350Z AUTO 33006KT 300V020 CAVOK 12/05 Q1027 NOSIG
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (755 ft)
Pressure Alt
343 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 164 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDC 041100Z 0412/0512 34005KT CAVOK BECMG 0421/0424 14003KT PROB30 TEMPO 0505/0507 2500 BCFG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
21:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 140° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDC
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
9,350 ft 197 ft CON 41°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDDC

7,799 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.3%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
10.4%
LIFR
9.1%

Dresden Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
3.9%
E
11.9%
SE
24.4%
S
18.8%
SW
15.7%
W
14.7%
NW
5.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.9°C
Range: -13°C to 30°C
-13°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,799 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dresden Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDC
IATA Code: DRS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 755 ft MSL

Location

City: Dresden
Country: DE
Latitude: 51.134123°
Longitude: 13.767831°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,350 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Dresden Airport

Overview

Dresden Airport serves the metropolitan area of Dresden in Saxony, Germany, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at 51.134123, 13.767831 with an elevation of 755 ft MSL, the airport supports commercial and general aviation operations in eastern Germany.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Dresden Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 67.4% of the time. Seasonal temperature ranges from -13°C to 30°C, with an average of 5.8°C, indicating potential for challenging winter and summer operations. Visibility consistently remains high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (04/22) measuring 9,350 feet with concrete surface, capable of supporting a wide range of aircraft. Prevailing winds from the southeast (135°) average 8.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Wind patterns suggest consistent and predictable meteorological conditions for most flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.6 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during September, November, and January. The low frequency of calm wind conditions (0.1%) ensures consistent wind references for approach and landing planning.

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.