Exeter International Airport

EGTE / EXT

Exeter, Devon, GB

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
14:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
12 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGTE 101420Z 28012KT 250V330 9999 FEW030 17/08 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 102 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,102 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Exeter International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 12 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EGTE 101103Z 1012/1021 28009KT 9999 FEW020 SCT035 TEMPO 1012/1015 7000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1012/1015 28015G25KT 4000 +SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1015/1018 9000 -SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Visibility: 9 km
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GTE
08
26 ✈️
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
6,811 ft 148 ft ASP 76°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
4,393 ft 151 ft ASP 120°
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGTE

8,258 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.6%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
1.9%

Exeter International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
8.1%
E
6.7%
SE
10.1%
S
24.5%
SW
17.5%
W
12.6%
NW
12.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.2°C
Range: -5°C to 30°C
-5°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,258 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Exeter International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGTE
IATA Code: EXT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 102 ft MSL

Location

City: Exeter, Devon
Country: GB
Latitude: 50.734261°
Longitude: -3.413984°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,393 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Exeter International Airport

Overview

Exeter International Airport serves the southwestern region of Devon, United Kingdom, providing regional and commercial aviation services. Located at 102 feet mean sea level near the city of Exeter, the airport supports medium-level aviation operations with two asphalt runways enabling diverse aircraft movements.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Exeter demonstrate predominantly VFR flight rules (66.3% of observations), with moderate variability allowing consistent operations. Wind patterns are notably southern-oriented (180°) with an average speed of 9.2 knots, and temperatures ranging from -5°C to 20°C, creating generally stable flying environments. Seasonal data suggests September, November, and January offer the most favorable visual flight conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 08/26 at 6,811 feet and 13/31 at 4,393 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with consistently moderate crosswind averages around 6.5-6.6 knots. The airport's coastal proximity in Devon likely influences its meteorological characteristics, with minimal fog occurrences (3.2%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with predominantly southern winds and minimal navigational challenges. Both runways offer symmetrical wind alignment, providing flexibility in landing and takeoff procedures. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of visual flight rules suggest reliable navigation and approach opportunities throughout most operational periods.

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.