Emden Airport

EDWE / EME

Emden, DE

Last Updated
May 2, 18:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
18:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
330°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDWE 021820Z AUTO 33007KT CAVOK 16/11 Q1014

Weather Briefing

VFR

Emden Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 7 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 3 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDWE 021700Z 0218/0221 34009KT CAVOK BECMG 0218/0221 02002KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 9 kt
Visibility: >10km

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: 25
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 73°
1.2 kt 6.9 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

10,439 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.8%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
9.2%

Emden Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.5% 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 May, April, 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
19.1%
SE
12.1%
S
20.3%
SW
16.8%
W
12.8%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.9°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

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 10,439 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 55.8% of the time based on 10,439 observations, EDWE requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 21.5% 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 May, April, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -11°C (12°F) to 24°C (75°F), averaging 6.9°C (44°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 10,439 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.