Siegerland Airport

EDGS / SGE

Burbach, DE

Last Updated
Jun 17, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
6 kt
280°
7 km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDGS 170850Z 28006KT 240V310 7000 FEW013 BKN045 17/14 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,966 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,266 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,466 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Siegerland Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 6 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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 9 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 with Mist between 09:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDGS 170800Z 1709/1718 26006KT 9999 SCT010 PROB40 TEMPO 1709/1711 4000 BR BKN013
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DGS
04
22
13L
31R ✈️
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 1,640 ft 98 ft GRS 38°
2.8 kt 5.3 kt
118° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
5,315 ft 98 ft ASP 128°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 31R
1,969 ft 98 ft GRS 128°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDGS

12,273 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.7%
MVFR
12.2%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
29%

Siegerland Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 38.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.1%
N
3.4%
S
18.2%
W
17.7%
NE
2.1%
NW
9.4%
SE
15.8%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -10°C to 26°C
-10°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.6%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 12,273 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Siegerland Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDGS
IATA Code: SGE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,966 ft MSL

Location

City: Burbach
Country: DE
Latitude: 50.707699°
Longitude: 8.082970°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 1,640 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,315 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13L/31R
Length: 1,969 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Siegerland Airport

Overview

Siegerland Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Burbach, Germany, situated at an elevation of 1,966 feet MSL. The airport serves the Siegerland region with multiple runways, offering versatile operational capabilities for various aircraft types. Its strategic location and multiple runway configurations provide flexibility for aviation activities in the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Siegerland Airport demonstrate significant variability, with a complex mix of flight rules: 38.1% VFR, 14.8% MVFR, 11.3% IFR, and 35.8% LIFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 21°C with an average of 4.4°C, while prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 9.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. September, October, and November consistently offer the best VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways: a 1,640-foot grass runway (04/22), a 5,315-foot asphalt runway (13/31), and a 1,969-foot grass runway (13L/31R). Each runway demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with consistent average crosswind conditions around 6 knots. The airport's elevation and multiple runway options provide pilots with robust operational flexibility across different aircraft types and weather scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly southern winds when planning approaches, with minimal calm wind periods (only 0.3% of observations). Visibility averages 10 statute miles, though fog occurs in 12.3% of observations. The substantial asphalt runway (13/31 at 5,315 feet) offers the primary approach option, with grass runways providing alternative configurations when needed.

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.