London Southend Airport

EGMC / SEN

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, GB

Last Updated
Mar 3, 23:20Z

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Current Weather

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🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
4 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGMC 032320Z 03004KT 9999 BKN006 06/05 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 49 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
649 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR EGMC 032310Z 0400/0402 05006KT 9999 SCT006 TEMPO 0400/0402 6000 BKN006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:37Z BASE
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VFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GMC
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
6,089 ft 118 ft ASP 54°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGMC

5,915 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.8%
MVFR
23.5%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
2.1%

London Southend Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 87 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 87 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
5.5%
E
8.4%
SE
10%
S
24.9%
SW
21.4%
W
12.5%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -7°C to 27°C
-7°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

September November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,915 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

London Southend Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGMC
IATA Code: SEN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.570562°
Longitude: 0.693627°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,089 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About London Southend Airport

Overview

London Southend Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Essex, situated at 51.570562°N, 0.693627°E, with an elevation of 49 feet MSL. Positioned near the southeastern coast of England, the airport provides regional connectivity and supports various aviation operations. Its single runway 05/23 extends 6,089 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather statistics indicate predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 70.8% of observations reporting VFR and 22.7% MVFR. The airport experiences primarily southerly winds averaging 9.8 knots, with temperatures ranging from -7°C to 27°C and a mean of 10°C. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (2%) and rarely experiencing low instrument conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location in Essex influences its meteorological characteristics, with consistent wind patterns predominantly from the south at 180 degrees. Runway 05/23 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind component of just 5.5 knots. September, November, and January represent the most consistent visual flying months.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, pilots can expect predominantly favorable approaches on runway 05/23. The wide wind coverage and minimal crosswind suggest predictable landing conditions. With consistently good visibility and low occurrence of restrictive weather, the airport offers reliable access for most aircraft operations.

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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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.