Aberdeen International Airport

EGPD / ABZ

Aberdeen, GB

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
2 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1034 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGPD 222250Z COR AUTO 22002KT 9999 BKN016 02/M00 Q1034 TEMPO BKN014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 215 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,615 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,815 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aberdeen International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 0°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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Fog. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 21:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 02:00Z and 07:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1034 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1027 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (215 ft)
Pressure Alt
-408 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,916 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGPD 221657Z 2218/2318 09007KT 9999 FEW020 PROB30 TEMPO 2221/2302 BKN014 TEMPO 2300/2308 4000 BR PROB40 2302/2307 0300 FG VV/// BECMG 2309/2312 17010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist
02:00Z PROB40
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.3 km
Fog
09:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 170° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPD
05
23 ✈️
14
32
16
34
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
1,893 ft 151 ft CON 46°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
14/32 2,165 ft 75 ft ASP 139°
0.3 kt 2.0 kt
81° angle
16/34 6,407 ft 150 ft ASP 158°
0.9 kt 1.8 kt
62° angle
18/36 853 ft 75 ft ASP 179°
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
41° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGPD

14,892 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.6%
MVFR
26.6%
IFR
16.6%
LIFR
8.2%

Aberdeen International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperatures typically range between -8°C and 20°C with an average of 6.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
1.9%
E
8.3%
SE
20.6%
S
29.2%
SW
9.4%
W
10.4%
NW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -8°C to 20°C
-8°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.8 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 14,892 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aberdeen International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGPD
IATA Code: ABZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 215 ft MSL

Location

City: Aberdeen
Country: GB
Latitude: 57.201900°
Longitude: -2.197780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,893 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,165 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,407 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 853 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aberdeen International Airport

Overview

Aberdeen International Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for northeast Scotland, strategically located to support offshore oil and gas industry operations. The airport handles both commercial passenger traffic and significant helicopter and charter services related to North Sea energy sector logistics. Its four runways and medium airport classification make it an important regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Aberdeen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 48.5% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 27.8% of observations. Temperatures range from -8°C to 20°C with an average of 6.9°C, presenting potential icing and temperature-related performance considerations. September, October, and November statistically offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surfaces, providing operational flexibility for different aircraft types. The longest runway (16/34) at 6,407 feet offers the most substantial landing and takeoff options. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 10.7 knots, with maximum recorded winds of 36 knots, indicating potential wind management challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

All four runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components ranging between 5-8.5 knots. Runway 05/23 has the highest average crosswind at 8.5 knots, requiring particular attention during approach and landing. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, though fog is present in approximately 3% of observations.

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.