Newcastle International Airport

EGNT / NCL

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
06:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNT 040620Z 20004KT 150V230 9999 SCT032 05/02 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 266 ft
SCT 3,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,466 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGNT 040454Z 0406/0506 17008KT 9999 SCT030 PROB30 0406/0408 7000 TEMPO 0418/0506 7000 BECMG 0421/0424 BKN008 PROB30 0500/0506 4000 BR BKN004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GNT
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
7,644 ft 148 ft ASP 65°
2.6 kt 3.1 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 - EGNT

7,650 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.6%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
10.2%
LIFR
5.5%

Newcastle International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between -6°C and 21°C with an average of 7.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
3.1%
E
11.1%
SE
13.2%
S
17.4%
SW
14.5%
W
21.5%
NW
8.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.3°C
Range: -6°C to 21°C
-6°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,650 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Newcastle International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGNT
IATA Code: NCL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Country: GB
Latitude: 55.037958°
Longitude: -1.689577°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,644 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Newcastle International Airport

Overview

Newcastle International Airport serves the northeastern region of England, located near the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Situated at 266 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Tyne and Wear area, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Newcastle demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 69.1% of observations. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 8.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from -6°C to 21°C and an average of 7.9°C. Visibility remains strong, typically around 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 7,644 feet with an asphalt surface. Terrain surrounding the airport is characteristic of the northeastern English landscape, with relatively mild elevation changes. Wind patterns consistently favor the runway, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 4.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds and prepare for potential seasonal temperature variations. The runway's favorable wind alignment and low average crosswind contribute to predictable approach and landing 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.