Hurghada International Airport

HEGN / HRG

Hurghada, EG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
15 kt
300°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HEGN 222100Z 30015KT CAVOK 23/M04 Q1010 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 15 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (32 ft)
Pressure Alt
130 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,098 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HEGN 221700Z 2218/2324 30015KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EGN
16L
34R ✈️
16R
34L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16L/34R
Active: 34R
13,171 ft 148 ft ASP 165°
11.5 kt 9.6 kt
40° angle
✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 34L
13,168 ft 197 ft ASPHALT 165°
11.5 kt 9.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HEGN

4,865 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.4%
MVFR
5.7%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
0.6%

Hurghada International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 40°C with an average of 22.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 7.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
27.4%
NE
1.8%
E
3.7%
SE
4.7%
S
1.2%
SW
1.2%
W
18.6%
NW
33.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.3°C
Range: 11°C to 40°C
11°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,865 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hurghada International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HEGN
IATA Code: HRG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 32 ft MSL

Location

City: Hurghada
Country: EG
Latitude: 27.176776°
Longitude: 33.796692°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 16L/34R
Length: 13,171 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 13,168 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Hurghada International Airport

Overview

Hurghada International Airport serves as a critical aviation gateway located on Egypt's Red Sea coast, strategically positioned in the resort city of Hurghada. The airport supports significant international and domestic passenger traffic, functioning as a primary transportation hub for the region's tourism and commercial aviation sectors.

Flying Conditions

Situated at a low elevation of 32 ft MSL, Hurghada experiences predominantly dry, warm conditions typical of its desert coastal environment. Pilots can expect minimal precipitation and generally stable atmospheric conditions, with potential thermal variations due to the airport's proximity to both desert and maritime landscapes.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (16L/34R and 16R/34L) each approximately 13,170 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surfaces. Its geographic location provides expansive approaches with minimal terrain obstruction, allowing for relatively straightforward navigation and landing procedures.

Approach Considerations

With dual parallel runways aligned in a northwest-southeast orientation (16/34), the airport offers operational flexibility for aircraft approaches based on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths of over 13,000 feet accommodate a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large international passenger jets.

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.