Stuttgart Airport

EDDS / STR

Stuttgart, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDS 040920Z AUTO VRB02KT CAVOK 08/04 Q1026 NOSIG
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
983 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,276 ft)
Pressure Alt
894 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 360 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EDDS 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0408 2000 BCFG TEMPO 0412/0417 06005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR 60° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDS
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 10,974 ft 148 ft CON 72° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDDS

7,780 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.8%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
6.7%

Stuttgart Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.1%
NE
8.5%
E
21.1%
SE
7.1%
S
9.8%
SW
20.1%
W
14.8%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.6°C
Range: -11°C to 31°C
-11°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.7%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,780 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stuttgart Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDS
IATA Code: STR
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,276 ft MSL

Location

City: Stuttgart
Country: DE
Latitude: 48.689899°
Longitude: 9.221960°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,974 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Stuttgart Airport

Overview

Stuttgart Airport serves as a major international gateway for Baden-Württemberg, located in southwestern Germany. Positioned at 1276 ft above mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and cargo traffic for the Stuttgart metropolitan region. Its strategic location and substantial runway length of 10,974 feet support diverse aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Stuttgart's airport elevation and inland location create varied meteorological conditions throughout the year. The airport experiences typical Central European climate patterns with potential significant temperature and wind variations between seasons. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges given the airport's single runway orientation of 07/25.

Notable Features

The airport's coordinate positioning at 48.689899, 9.221960 places it in a region with complex terrain surrounding the airport. Its concrete runway (designated CON) provides robust surface conditions for heavy aircraft operations. The surrounding landscape includes both urban and agricultural terrain, which can influence local wind patterns and approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's extensive length of 10,974 feet accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and provides flexibility for various approach scenarios. Prevailing wind conditions will determine preferred runway usage, with careful attention to crosswind components. Standard instrument approach procedures should be thoroughly reviewed prior to arrival, considering the airport's elevation and surrounding terrain characteristics.

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.