Bournemouth Airport

EGHH / BOH

Bournemouth, GB

Last Updated
May 15, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
7 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGHH 150850Z 35007KT 310V040 9999 FEW020 12/02 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 38 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,038 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bournemouth Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 EGHH 150757Z 1509/1518 VRB04KT 9999 FEW035 BECMG 1509/1512 30010KT TEMPO 1512/1518 6000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GHH
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
7,454 ft 151 ft ASP 75°
0.0 kt 7.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGHH

8,076 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.8%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
3.8%

Bournemouth Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 68 knots. Temperatures typically range between -8°C and 22°C with an average of 10.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 68 kt
Calm Winds: 4.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
9%
E
10%
SE
8.9%
S
18.8%
SW
16.7%
W
16.7%
NW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.4°C
Range: -8°C to 22°C
-8°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,076 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bournemouth Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGHH
IATA Code: BOH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 38 ft MSL

Location

City: Bournemouth
Country: GB
Latitude: 50.780483°
Longitude: -1.839576°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,454 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bournemouth Airport

Overview

Bournemouth Airport (EGHH) is a medium-sized airport located in Dorset, southern England, serving the coastal region around Bournemouth. Positioned at 38 feet above mean sea level, the airport offers a single runway (08/26) extending 7,454 feet, capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 66.5% of observations supporting clear flying. Winds are typically from the south (180°) at an average of 8.9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 22°C, with an average of 10.3°C, suggesting variable seasonal conditions.

Notable Features

Situated near the southern English coast, Bournemouth Airport's low elevation and coastal location can produce rapid weather changes. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present in only 5% of observations and less than 3% of reports showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 5.5 knots. September, November, and January historically offer the most consistent VFR conditions, providing pilots with more predictable flying environments during these months.

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.