Newcastle International Airport

EGNT / NCL

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 20:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
20:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
12 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNT 042050Z 28012KT 9999 FEW016 SCT024 17/15 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 266 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
SCT 2,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,866 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,666 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Newcastle International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 12 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,600 ft, scattered at 2,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 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: Light Rain, Rain, Showers Rain, Heavy Rain, Heavy Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light Rain between 18:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 22:00Z and 01:00Z.

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 EGNT 041654Z 0418/0518 27014KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 0418/0422 27017G27KT PROB40 TEMPO 0418/0503 8000 -RA BKN014 PROB30 TEMPO 0422/0501 27015G25KT PROB40 TEMPO 0503/0518 BKN012 TEMPO 0506/0518 7000 RA SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 0506/0514 4000 +RA +SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
VFR 270° 15 kt
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Rain, Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GNT
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
7,644 ft 148 ft ASP 65°
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGNT

13,314 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.2%
MVFR
17%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
3.9%

Newcastle International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.9%
N
5.1%
S
17.4%
W
25.3%
NE
3.7%
NW
6.5%
SE
10.7%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

July September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 13,314 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Newcastle International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGNT
IATA Code: NCL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Country: GB
Latitude: 55.037958°
Longitude: -1.689577°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,644 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Newcastle International Airport

Overview

Newcastle International Airport serves the northeastern region of England, located near the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Situated at 266 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Tyne and Wear area, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Newcastle demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 69.1% of observations. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 8.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from -6°C to 21°C and an average of 7.9°C. Visibility remains strong, typically around 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 7,644 feet with an asphalt surface. Terrain surrounding the airport is characteristic of the northeastern English landscape, with relatively mild elevation changes. Wind patterns consistently favor the runway, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 4.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds and prepare for potential seasonal temperature variations. The runway's favorable wind alignment and low average crosswind contribute to predictable approach and landing conditions.

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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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.