Leicester Airport

EGBG

Leicester, Leicestershire, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 14:50Z

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Currently using: EGNX
Weather Source: East Midlands Airport (EGNX)
Distance: 17nm / 32km from EGBG

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
14:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
5 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNX 141450Z 35005KT 310V040 9999 VCSH SCT042 FEW048CB 13/01 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 469 ft
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
FEW 4,800 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,669 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,269 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Leicester Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 5 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,200 ft, few at 4,800 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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: Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EGNX 141056Z 1412/1512 33008KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 1412/1421 6000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1421 36015G25KT 3000 +TSRAGS BKN014 BKN025CB PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1508 6000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:16Z BASE
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VFR 330° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBG
04
22
06
24
10
28
15
33
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 1,608 ft 59 ft ASP 37°
3.4 kt 3.7 kt
47° angle
06/24 1,099 ft 98 ft GRS 54°
2.2 kt 4.5 kt
64° angle
10/28 3,084 ft 98 ft ASP 96°
1.4 kt 4.8 kt
106° angle
15/33 1,624 ft 59 ft ASP 148°
4.6 kt 1.9 kt
158° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
1,371 ft 98 ft GRS 150°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Leicester Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 469 ft MSL

Location

City: Leicester, Leicestershire
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.606574°
Longitude: -1.030226°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 1,608 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 1,099 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 3,084 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 1,624 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 1,371 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Leicester Airport

Leicester Airport (EGBG) is located in Leicester, Leicestershire, GB at an elevation of 469 feet MSL. The airport has 5 runways (04/22, 06/24, 10/28, 15/33, 16/34), with the longest at 3,084 feet.

Airport Overview

Leicester Airport serves Leicester, Leicestershire in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 5 runways (04/22, 06/24, 10/28, 15/33, 16/34) with asp and grs surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,084 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from EGBG, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.