Hawarden Airport

EGNR / CEG

Broughton, GB

Last Updated
Jun 10, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNR 101220Z 34007KT 9999 VCSH SCT020CB SCT038CB 12/09 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 45 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,800 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,045 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,845 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hawarden Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 7 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft (CB), scattered at 3,800 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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 8 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: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EGNR 101058Z 1012/1020 30010KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1012/1018 7000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1012/1016 3000 +SHRA +TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GNR
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
6,867 ft 148 ft ASP 41°
3.5 kt 6.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGNR

6,546 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.2%
MVFR
19.5%
IFR
4%
LIFR
1.4%

Hawarden Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.9%
N
5.1%
S
25.3%
W
10%
NE
2.7%
NW
15.3%
SE
22.1%
SW
12.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -6°C to 32°C
-6°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

May April June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,546 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hawarden Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGNR
IATA Code: CEG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 45 ft MSL

Location

City: Broughton
Country: GB
Latitude: 53.178101°
Longitude: -2.977780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,867 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hawarden Airport

Overview

Hawarden Airport serves the Broughton area in Great Britain, situated at an elevation of 45 feet MSL. The airport primarily supports aerospace manufacturing operations, with Airbus having a significant presence near the airfield. Its single runway 04/22 spans 6,867 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 69.4% of METAR reports showing good visibility. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 8.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Seasonal temperature ranges from -6°C to 22°C, with an average of 10°C.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 53.178101, -2.977780, Hawarden Airport is positioned near the border of Wales and England. The surrounding terrain is relatively flat, which contributes to consistent wind patterns and predictable approach conditions. The airport's low elevation and geographical position provide relatively stable meteorological environments for aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 6.4 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, November, and December. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 2% of observations reporting fog.

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.