Aberdeen International Airport

EGPD / ABZ

Aberdeen, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
7 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGPD 040920Z COR AUTO 16007KT 130V200 9999 FEW038 06/03 Q1022 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 215 ft
FEW 3,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,015 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (215 ft)
Pressure Alt
-48 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,076 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.6°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPD
05
23
14
32
16 ✈️
34
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 1,893 ft 151 ft CON 46°
2.8 kt 6.4 kt
114° angle
14/32 2,165 ft 75 ft ASP 139°
6.5 kt 2.5 kt
21° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
6,407 ft 150 ft ASP 158°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
18/36 853 ft 75 ft ASP 179°
6.6 kt 2.3 kt
19° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGPD

11,824 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
42.6%
MVFR
28.5%
IFR
19.1%
LIFR
9.7%

Aberdeen International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 42.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperatures typically range between -8°C and 20°C with an average of 6.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.7%
NE
2.1%
E
9.9%
SE
23.8%
S
26%
SW
8%
W
8%
NW
15.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -8°C to 20°C
-8°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.9 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,824 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aberdeen International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGPD
IATA Code: ABZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 215 ft MSL

Location

City: Aberdeen
Country: GB
Latitude: 57.201900°
Longitude: -2.197780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,893 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,165 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,407 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 853 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aberdeen International Airport

Overview

Aberdeen International Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for northeast Scotland, strategically located to support offshore oil and gas industry operations. The airport handles both commercial passenger traffic and significant helicopter and charter services related to North Sea energy sector logistics. Its four runways and medium airport classification make it an important regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Aberdeen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 48.5% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 27.8% of observations. Temperatures range from -8°C to 20°C with an average of 6.9°C, presenting potential icing and temperature-related performance considerations. September, October, and November statistically offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surfaces, providing operational flexibility for different aircraft types. The longest runway (16/34) at 6,407 feet offers the most substantial landing and takeoff options. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 10.7 knots, with maximum recorded winds of 36 knots, indicating potential wind management challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

All four runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components ranging between 5-8.5 knots. Runway 05/23 has the highest average crosswind at 8.5 knots, requiring particular attention during approach and landing. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, though fog is present in approximately 3% of observations.

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.