Birmingham Airport

EGBB / BHX

Birmingham, West Midlands, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
120°
0.75 km
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGBB 040850Z 12006KT 080V150 0750 R15/1100N FG OVC002 04/04 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 327 ft
OVC 200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
527 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF AMD EGBB 040559Z 0406/0506 07007KT 5000 BR NSC PROB40 0406/0410 0300 FG OVC000 BECMG 0410/0413 16010KT 9999 NSW PROB30 0420/0506 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:19Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 7 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z PROB30
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
GBB
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
10,013 ft 148 ft ASP 148°
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 - EGBB

7,710 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.4%
MVFR
24.2%
IFR
15.4%
LIFR
7.9%

Birmingham Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between -8°C and 22°C with an average of 8.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.2%
NE
6.9%
E
9.3%
SE
16.8%
S
27.8%
SW
11.2%
W
10.1%
NW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.1°C
Range: -8°C to 22°C
-8°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,710 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Birmingham Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBB
IATA Code: BHX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 327 ft MSL

Location

City: Birmingham, West Midlands
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.453899°
Longitude: -1.748030°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 10,013 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Birmingham Airport

Overview

Birmingham Airport serves as a major international airport located in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. Situated at an elevation of 327 feet above mean sea level, the airport is positioned near the city of Birmingham and plays a critical role in regional and international air transportation.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 327 ft MSL suggests a relatively moderate terrain environment with predictable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should be prepared for typical West Midlands weather patterns, which can include variable wind conditions that may impact operations on the 15/33 runway.

Notable Features

The primary runway (15/33) is substantial, measuring 10,013 feet in length and constructed with an asphalt surface. Its significant length provides flexibility for a wide range of aircraft types and supports both commercial passenger and cargo operations. The airport's geographic coordinates (52.453899, -1.748030) place it in a strategic location within the United Kingdom's transportation infrastructure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33's extended length allows for versatile approach and departure options, with potential wind-dependent runway selection. Pilots should review current meteorological data to determine optimal runway usage, considering the airport's moderate elevation and potential regional wind variations.

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.