Aberdeen International Airport

EGPD / ABZ

Aberdeen, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
11:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
7 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGPD 041120Z AUTO 22007KT 160V260 9999 BKN023 19/13 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 215 ft
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,515 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aberdeen International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture 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: Light Rain, Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 07:00Z and 10:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 EGPD 040457Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT 9999 FEW040 TEMPO 0406/0412 8000 -RA PROB30 TEMPO 0407/0410 6000 RA BKN014 BECMG 0410/0413 27012KT PROB30 TEMPO 0415/0420 6000 SHRA BECMG 0419/0422 33005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Showers Rain
19:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 330° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPD
05
23 ✈️
14
32
16
34
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
1,893 ft 151 ft CON 46°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
14/32 2,165 ft 75 ft ASP 139°
1.1 kt 6.9 kt
81° angle
16/34 6,407 ft 150 ft ASP 158°
3.3 kt 6.2 kt
62° angle
18/36 853 ft 75 ft ASP 179°
5.3 kt 4.6 kt
41° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGPD

19,562 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.3%
MVFR
24.7%
IFR
14.3%
LIFR
7.7%

Aberdeen International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, July, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
2.2%
E
8.2%
SE
19.2%
S
29.6%
SW
9.5%
W
10.4%
NW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -8°C to 29°C
-8°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

May July March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.3 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt

Statistics computed from 19,562 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aberdeen International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGPD
IATA Code: ABZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 215 ft MSL

Location

City: Aberdeen
Country: GB
Latitude: 57.201900°
Longitude: -2.197780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,893 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,165 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,407 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 853 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aberdeen International Airport

Overview

Aberdeen International Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for northeast Scotland, strategically located to support offshore oil and gas industry operations. The airport handles both commercial passenger traffic and significant helicopter and charter services related to North Sea energy sector logistics. Its four runways and medium airport classification make it an important regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Aberdeen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 48.5% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 27.8% of observations. Temperatures range from -8°C to 20°C with an average of 6.9°C, presenting potential icing and temperature-related performance considerations. September, October, and November statistically offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surfaces, providing operational flexibility for different aircraft types. The longest runway (16/34) at 6,407 feet offers the most substantial landing and takeoff options. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 10.7 knots, with maximum recorded winds of 36 knots, indicating potential wind management challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

All four runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components ranging between 5-8.5 knots. Runway 05/23 has the highest average crosswind at 8.5 knots, requiring particular attention during approach and landing. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, though fog is present in approximately 3% of observations.

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

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.