Groningen Airport Eelde

EHGG / GRQ

Groningen, NL

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
00:55Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHGG 230055Z AUTO 34007KT 290V010 9999 OVC010/// 06/04 Q1029

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 17 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,017 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Groningen Airport Eelde is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 7 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 30 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: Patches Fog, Mist. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 20:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EHGG 222308Z 2300/2406 36004KT 9999 BKN008 PROB30 TEMPO 2300/2306 1200 BCFG BECMG 2305/2308 CAVOK BECMG 2308/2311 33010KT BECMG 2318/2321 SCT008 BKN012 PROB40 2320/2406 5000 BR BKN006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
IFR 360° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800 ft
05:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 330° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HGG
01 ✈️
19
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
4,922 ft 148 ft ASP
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 52°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EHGG

10,212 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.1%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
16.5%
LIFR
13.9%

Groningen Airport Eelde is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.4% 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, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.9%
NE
8%
E
21.5%
SE
7.3%
S
25%
SW
18.1%
W
11.3%
NW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -11°C to 24°C
-11°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.2%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 10,212 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Groningen Airport Eelde - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHGG
IATA Code: GRQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 17 ft MSL

Location

City: Groningen
Country: NL
Latitude: 53.119701°
Longitude: 6.579440°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,922 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Groningen Airport Eelde

Overview

Groningen Airport Eelde serves the northeastern Netherlands, located near the cities of Groningen and Assen. As a medium-sized airport at 17 ft MSL, it provides regional aviation services with two asphalted runways capable of handling various aircraft types. The airport's strategic location offers important transportation infrastructure for the northern Netherlands region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 48.4% of the time. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 24°C, creating diverse operational challenges throughout the year. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at an average of 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 28 knots. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 01/19 at 4,922 ft and 05/23 at 8,202 ft, both with asphalted surfaces. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind favorability, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswinds (4.8 kt and 4.4 kt respectively). Low elevation and flat surrounding terrain contribute to predictable approach characteristics.

Approach Considerations

With near-constant wind favorability, pilots can expect reliable runway selection based on current conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 6.5% fog occurrences). The airport's statistical profile suggests minimal meteorological constraints for most flight operations, with instrument meteorological conditions present approximately 28.6% of the time.

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

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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.