Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport

EDHI / XFW

Hamburg, DE

Last Updated
Apr 20, 06:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
06:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
7 kt
360°
10+ km
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDHI 200620Z 36007KT 300V030 9999 -RA OVC011 04/03 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 23 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,123 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 7 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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: Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

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 EDHI 200500Z 2006/2015 36008KT 8000 SCT012 BKN035 TEMPO 2006/2010 BKN011 PROB40 TEMPO 2006/2008 RA BKN007 BECMG 2009/2011 04013KT TEMPO 2011/2015 05015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 40° 13 kt
11:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR 50° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DHI
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,629 ft 148 ft PEM 52°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDHI

9,875 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.6%
MVFR
22.9%
IFR
11.7%
LIFR
5.8%

Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
4.2%
E
32.3%
SE
8.6%
S
10.6%
SW
21.6%
W
14.2%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -13°C to 27°C
-13°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,875 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDHI
IATA Code: XFW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Hamburg
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.535278°
Longitude: 9.835556°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,629 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport

Overview

Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport serves the Hamburg metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 23 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 53.535278, 9.835556, the airport primarily supports local aviation operations in northern Germany's maritime region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions predominating at 59.3% of observations. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 27°C, averaging 7°C, while wind patterns consistently favor easterly directions at an average of 7.5 knots with maximum gusts to 26 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence at just 1.2% of observations.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 extends 8,629 feet and is constructed with a PEM (presumably Pavement Evaluation Method) surface. Wind data indicates near-perfect runway alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a modest average crosswind of 3.6 knots. September, October, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers predictable wind conditions, making it highly reliable for approach and departure. Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly winds and prepare for potential variations within the 7.5-knot average range. The low occurrence of low visibility conditions (LIFR at 6.3%) suggests generally stable approach environments.

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.