RNAS Culdrose

EGDR

Helston, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
19:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
120°
7 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGDR 041950Z 12007KT 7000 HZ BKN080 11/09 Q1017 TEMPO 7000 HZ SCT008 RMK WHT TEMPO GRN

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 267 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,067 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,267 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (267 ft)
Pressure Alt
155 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -261 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD EGDR 041545Z 0415/0424 11012KT 9999 FEW030 PROB40 TEMPO 0419/0424 7000 HZ SCT008 PROB30 TEMPO 0423/0424 2000 BR SCT002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GDR
06
24
11 ✈️
29
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 3,372 ft 151 ft ASP 63°
3.8 kt 5.9 kt
57° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
6,006 ft 151 ft ASP 113°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
18/36 3,448 ft 151 ft ASP 178°
3.7 kt 5.9 kt
58° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGDR

8,022 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
40.1%
MVFR
32.9%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
14.6%

RNAS Culdrose is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 40.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 55 knots. Temperatures typically range between -1°C and 17°C with an average of 10.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 55 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
8.1%
E
11.9%
SE
5.9%
S
23.5%
SW
18.1%
W
18%
NW
7.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.1°C
Range: -1°C to 17°C
-1°C 17°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

September January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,022 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

RNAS Culdrose - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 267 ft MSL

Location

City: Helston
Country: GB
Latitude: 50.086102°
Longitude: -5.255710°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,372 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,006 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 3,448 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About RNAS Culdrose

Overview

RNAS Culdrose is a Royal Navy air station located near Helston in Cornwall, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 267 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with three asphalted runways, the facility supports naval aviation operations and serves as a critical maritime aviation center in southwestern England.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly visual flight conditions, with 43.9% VFR days and an additional 33.2% marginal VFR conditions. Wind patterns are characterized by southerly prevailing winds at an average of 11.5 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 55 knots. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 17°C, with an average of 10.4°C, providing relatively moderate flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 50.086102, -5.255710, RNAS Culdrose sits in a coastal region with potential for rapidly changing maritime weather conditions. The airport features three runways: 06/24 (3,372 ft), 11/29 (6,006 ft), and 18/36 (3,448 ft), offering multiple approach options. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 6.4 to 8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September, January, and November offer the best visual flying conditions based on historical weather data. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs only 2.9% of the time). The longer 11/29 runway provides the most substantial landing surface and may be preferred for larger aircraft or challenging weather conditions.

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.