Ireland West Knock Airport

EIKN / NOC

Charlestown, IE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
12 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EIKN 041530Z 17012KT 9999 FEW011 OVC028 11/08 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 665 ft
FEW 1,100 ft AGL
OVC 2,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,765 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,465 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (665 ft)
Pressure Alt
673 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 353 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EIKN 041100Z 0412/0512 14008KT 9999 BKN008 TEMPO 0412/0418 BKN015 PROB30 TEMPO 0413/0418 3000 -RADZ BR BKN003 BECMG 0418/0420 BKN003 TEMPO 0420/0506 3000 RADZ BECMG 0502/0504 25010KT BECMG 0504/0506 33016G27KT BECMG 0506/0508 32010KT SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:37Z BASE
+0h
IFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800 ft
18:00Z BECMG
+3h
LIFR
Ceiling: 300 ft
20:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
RADZ
02:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 250° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IKN
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
0.0 kt 12.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EIKN

3,816 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38%
MVFR
20.8%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
28.4%

Ireland West Knock Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 41.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperatures typically range between -3°C and 19°C with an average of 7.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
4.4%
E
10.9%
SE
16.5%
S
26.5%
SW
15%
W
14.3%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.6°C
Range: -3°C to 19°C
-3°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.5%

Best Months for VFR

September March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,816 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ireland West Knock Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EIKN
IATA Code: NOC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 665 ft MSL

Location

City: Charlestown
Country: IE
Latitude: 53.910301°
Longitude: -8.818490°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ireland West Knock Airport

Overview

Ireland West Knock Airport serves the western region of Ireland, strategically located near Charlestown at an elevation of 665 feet MSL. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region, offering a single runway 08/26 with a substantial length of 7,546 feet and an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences variable weather conditions with significant visual flight rule (VFR) diversity. Historical data indicates 39.8% VFR days, alongside 22.1% marginal VFR and 38.1% instrument conditions, suggesting pilots should anticipate frequent weather changes. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at an average of 10.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots.

Notable Features

Situated at 53.910301, -8.818490, the airport is positioned in a region with moderate terrain and predictable meteorological characteristics. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 19°C, with an average of 8°C, which influences aircraft performance and operational considerations. Visibility consistently remains strong, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal low visibility events.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of 6.8 knots. Pilots should note September, November, and January offer the most stable VFR conditions. The extensive runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational scenarios.

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.