Galway Airport

EICM

Galway, IE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

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Currently using: EINN
Weather Source: Shannon Airport (EINN)
Distance: 36nm / 67km from EICM

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
16 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
14,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EINN 221400Z 10016KT 9999 FEW040 BKN140 14/04 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 81 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 14,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,081 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,081 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Galway Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 14,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 16 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 14000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (81 ft)
Pressure Alt
-152 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -253 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EINN 221100Z 2212/2312 09017KT 9999 FEW040 TEMPO 2212/2220 10018G30KT BECMG 2219/2221 11012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 17 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 110° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ICM
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
4,003 ft 98 ft ASP 75°
15.0 kt 5.5 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Galway Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EICM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 81 ft MSL

Location

City: Galway
Country: IE
Latitude: 53.300201°
Longitude: -8.941590°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,003 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Galway Airport

Overview

Galway Airport serves the western region of Ireland, located near the city of Galway in County Galway. Situated at an elevation of 81 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the west of Ireland region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location on Ireland's western coast suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with frequent wind shifts and potential low visibility. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges related to Atlantic coastal weather patterns, which can introduce rapid meteorological changes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,003 feet in length. Its geographic position at coordinates 53.300201, -8.941590 places it in a coastal landscape with potential terrain considerations for approach and departure paths.

Approach Considerations

The single runway orientation (08/26) indicates potential crosswind landing scenarios, particularly given the coastal location. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variability and be prepared to adjust approach strategies based on prevailing wind conditions at the time of arrival.

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.