London Biggin Hill Airport

EGKB / BQH

London, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 15:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
5 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGKB 141550Z 12005KT 9999 VCSH SCT025CB 07/05 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 598 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,098 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

London Biggin Hill Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 5 knots. Runway 11/29 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 2,500 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 9 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 15:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 EGKB 141358Z 1415/1424 36006KT 9999 SCT045 TEMPO 1415/1424 6000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1415/1421 VRB15G25KT 3000 +TSRAGS BKN014 BKN025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKB
03
21
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,925 ft 148 ft ASP 26°
0.3 kt 5.0 kt
94° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
2,598 ft 59 ft ASP 105°
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

Weather Statistics - EGKB

10,932 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.9%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
13.8%
LIFR
8.6%

London Biggin Hill Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between -5°C and 25°C with an average of 8.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
12.4%
E
8.9%
SE
8.6%
S
24.2%
SW
22.9%
W
11.5%
NW
5.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.6°C
Range: -5°C to 25°C
-5°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt

Statistics computed from 10,932 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

London Biggin Hill Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGKB
IATA Code: BQH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 598 ft MSL

Location

City: London
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.330799°
Longitude: 0.032500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,925 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 2,598 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About London Biggin Hill Airport

Overview

London Biggin Hill Airport serves as a strategic medium-sized airport located in the Greater London area, positioned at 51.330799, 0.032500. Situated at an elevation of 598 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation services with two asphalted runways supporting varied flight operations. Its proximity to London makes it a significant regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 58.7% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring in 19.9% of observations. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at 180° with an average speed of 10 knots, occasionally reaching maximum speeds of 25 knots. Temperature ranges widely from -5°C to 25°C, with an average of 8.6°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for significant seasonal variations.

Notable Features

Both runways (03/21 and 11/29) demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Runway 03/21 spans 5,925 feet, while runway 11/29 is shorter at 2,598 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. The airport's low occurrence of low visibility conditions (fog at only 1.5%) and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles supports reliable operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. Crosswind components are moderate, averaging 4.8 knots for runway 03/21 and 7.8 knots for runway 11/29. The consistent southern wind direction provides predictable approach and departure patterns for most aircraft operations.

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.