London Stansted Airport

EGSS / STN

London, GB

Last Updated
Jan 17, 15:50 UTC

Current Weather

Display Units
Last Updated
15:50Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
6kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH (hPa)
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGSS 171550Z AUTO 12006KT 9999 NCD 09/07 Q1017

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF EGSS 171057Z 1712/1818 13006KT 9999 FEW009 BKN016 PROB30 TEMPO 1712/1715 BKN009 BECMG 1717/1720 6000 BKN004 TEMPO 1717/1809 1200 BR BKN001 PROB40 TEMPO 1800/1810 0300 FG BECMG 1810/1813 FEW009 PROB30 TEMPO 1813/1816 9999
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 130° 6kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600ft
17:00Z BECMG
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 400ft
17:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.2 km
Ceiling: 100ft
Mist
00:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+9h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.3 km
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
GSS
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
10,003 ft 151 ft ASP 44°
↑ 1.0kt ↔ 5.9kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

London Stansted Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGSS
IATA Code: STN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 348 ft MSL

Location

City: London
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.884998°
Longitude: 0.235000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 10,003 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

Free Access
AIP - United Kingdom

Official AIP for United Kingdom via NATS (Free)

Managed by: NATS

Access Information: Freely accessible online
Access details: Free online

Resources for Pilots

Weather Data

Current conditions and forecasts

• Real-time METAR reports
• Extended TAF forecasts
• Flight rules assessment
Charts & Navigation

Essential aviation charts

• Visual approach charts
• Instrument procedures
• Airport diagrams
Operations

Airport operational data

• Operating hours: 24/7
• Ground handling available
• Fuel services available
Performance Calculator

Calculate takeoff and landing distances

• Runway suitability assessment
• Real weather conditions
• Safety margin analysis
Calculate Performance

About London Stansted Airport

London Stansted Airport (EGSS/STN) is a major international airport and aviation hub located in London, GB. The facility operates at an elevation of 348 feet above sea level and primarily serves international passenger and cargo operations.

The facility features 1 runway (04/22) with ASP surface . Weather services provide continuous METAR reports and TAF forecasts to ensure safe flight operations in all conditions.

Pilots can access comprehensive weather data, including current conditions, extended forecasts, and flight rules analysis. The airport information displayed here includes runway details, operational data, and essential resources for flight planning and execution. All weather data is updated regularly to provide the most current information for aviation decision-making.

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.