East Midlands Airport

EGNX / EMA

Nottingham, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
70°
0.8 km
Visibility
100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNX 040850Z 07006KT 040V110 0800 R27/1200D BR OVC001 04/04 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 306 ft
OVC 100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
406 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD EGNX 040538Z 0406/0506 08009KT 0300 FG OVC000 PROB40 TEMPO 0406/0407 4000 BR BKN004 BECMG 0407/0410 5000 BR BKN012 BECMG 0410/0413 16010KT 9999 NSW FEW012 PROB30 0421/0506 4000 BR BKN004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:07Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 80° 9 kt
Visibility: 0.3 km
Fog
10:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z PROB30
+12h
LIFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GNX
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,495 ft 148 ft ASP 88°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - EGNX

7,633 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.6%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
10.9%
LIFR
10%

East Midlands Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperatures typically range between -6°C and 22°C with an average of 8°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
10.5%
E
11.9%
SE
9.8%
S
22.9%
SW
19.3%
W
14.4%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8°C
Range: -6°C to 22°C
-6°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,633 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

East Midlands Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGNX
IATA Code: EMA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 306 ft MSL

Location

City: Nottingham
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.831100°
Longitude: -1.328060°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,495 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About East Midlands Airport

Overview

East Midlands Airport (EGNX) is a medium-sized airport located near Nottingham, United Kingdom, situated at 306 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves as a significant logistics and passenger hub in the central region of England, with coordinates positioning it at 52.831100, -1.328060.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 66.5% of observations showing good visibility. Wind patterns are primarily southerly at 180°, averaging 10.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 33 knots. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 22°C, with an average of 8.6°C, suggesting potential winter and summer operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 09/27, extending 9,495 feet with an asphalt surface. The location experiences mild wind variations, with 100% runway compatibility and an average crosswind of 6.9 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months statistically. The runway's orientation and length provide flexible approach options, with prevailing southerly winds generally supporting straightforward landing and takeoff procedures.

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.