Emden Airport

EDWE / EME

Emden, DE

Last Updated
May 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
3 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDWE 040850Z AUTO 35003KT 320V070 9999 OVC009 12/10 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3 ft
OVC 900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
903 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Emden Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 EDWE 040800Z 0409/0418 35004KT 9999 BKN007 BECMG 0409/0412 BKN012 BECMG 0412/0414 02009KT BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:19Z BASE
+0h
IFR 350° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 700 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 20° 9 kt
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DWE
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 73°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDWE

10,537 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.9%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
9.1%

Emden Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
7%
E
19%
SE
12.1%
S
20.4%
SW
16.7%
W
12.8%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -11°C to 24°C
-11°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 10,537 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Emden Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDWE
IATA Code: EME
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3 ft MSL

Location

City: Emden
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.391109°
Longitude: 7.227500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Emden Airport

Emden Airport (EDWE/EME) is located in Emden, DE at an elevation of 3 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 4,265 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 55.9% of the time based on 10,537 observations, EDWE requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 21.4% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EDWE come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 8.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.8%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 07/25 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, May, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -11°C (12°F) to 24°C (75°F), averaging 7°C (45°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.77 to 10.36 inHg (331-351 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 10,537 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.