Norwich Airport

EGSH / NWI

Norwich, Norfolk, GB

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
02:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
50°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGSH 230220Z AUTO 05006KT 7000 FEW007/// 05/04 Q1031

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 117 ft
FEW 700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
817 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Norwich Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 700 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions between 00:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 EGSH 222254Z 2300/2309 05008KT 9999 FEW025 TEMPO 2300/2308 BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 2300/2308 7000 BKN007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSH
04 ✈️
22
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
4,154 ft 148 ft ASP 37°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
09/27 6,043 ft 148 ft Concrete/Asphalt 90°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGSH

13,021 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.9%
MVFR
21.1%
IFR
14.2%
LIFR
11.8%

Norwich Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
6.9%
E
12.2%
SE
10.4%
S
27.7%
SW
19.1%
W
12.8%
NW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.7°C
Range: -7°C to 25°C
-7°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,021 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Norwich Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGSH
IATA Code: NWI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 117 ft MSL

Location

City: Norwich, Norfolk
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.675800°
Longitude: 1.282780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,154 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 6,043 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Concrete/Asphalt
ILS: No

About Norwich Airport

Overview

Norwich Airport serves the Norfolk region as a medium-sized airport located in eastern England. Situated at an elevation of 117 feet MSL near the city of Norwich, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and commercial operations. Its strategic location offers access to East Anglia's transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Weather statistics indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 55.5% of observations supporting VFR flight. The airport experiences mild temperature variations, averaging 9.1°C with a range from -7°C to 25°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 9.1 knots, with peak gusts reaching 28 knots.

Notable Features

Both runways at Norwich Airport provide excellent operational flexibility. Runway 04/22 offers 4,154 feet of asphalt surface, while Runway 09/27 provides a longer 6,043-foot concrete/asphalt runway. The airport demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind conditions and manageable crosswind averages of 5.1 and 6.4 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. Visibility consistently remains strong, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. Fog occurs in only 2.4% of observations, and there are no recorded instances of visibility dropping below 3 miles.

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.