Newcastle International Airport

EGNT / NCL

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, GB

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
7 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNT 222220Z 10007KT 070V140 9999 BKN017 06/03 Q1033

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 266 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,966 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Newcastle International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 7 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 20:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 EGNT 221657Z 2218/2318 08008KT 9999 SCT020 PROB30 TEMPO 2220/2309 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GNT
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
7,644 ft 148 ft ASP 65°
6.1 kt 3.5 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 - EGNT

9,963 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
4.6%

Newcastle International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperatures typically range between -6°C and 22°C with an average of 7.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.9%
NE
2.8%
E
9.8%
SE
11.5%
S
18.5%
SW
16.9%
W
23.4%
NW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -6°C to 22°C
-6°C 22°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 9,963 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Newcastle International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGNT
IATA Code: NCL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Country: GB
Latitude: 55.037958°
Longitude: -1.689577°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,644 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Newcastle International Airport

Overview

Newcastle International Airport serves the northeastern region of England, located near the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Situated at 266 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Tyne and Wear area, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Newcastle demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 69.1% of observations. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 8.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from -6°C to 21°C and an average of 7.9°C. Visibility remains strong, typically around 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 7,644 feet with an asphalt surface. Terrain surrounding the airport is characteristic of the northeastern English landscape, with relatively mild elevation changes. Wind patterns consistently favor the runway, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 4.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds and prepare for potential seasonal temperature variations. The runway's favorable wind alignment and low average crosswind contribute to predictable approach and landing conditions.

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
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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.