Rotterdam The Hague Airport

EHRD / RTM

Rotterdam, NL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 20:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
20:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHRD 042055Z AUTO 28005KT 250V310 9999 FEW043/// 19/16 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: -15 ft
FEW 4,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,285 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rotterdam The Hague Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 5 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (-15 ft)
Pressure Alt
-308 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 168 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EHRD 041700Z 0418/0524 26010KT 9999 SCT045 BECMG 0423/0502 30010KT BECMG 0519/0522 21004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 300° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HRD
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 56°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EHRD

13,565 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.9%
MVFR
21.9%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
5.7%

Rotterdam The Hague Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.9%
N
8.2%
S
23.8%
W
14.5%
NE
11%
NW
4.7%
SE
6.6%
SW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.4°C
Range: -5°C to 37°C
-5°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

July April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 13,565 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rotterdam The Hague Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHRD
IATA Code: RTM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: -15 ft MSL

Location

City: Rotterdam
Country: NL
Latitude: 51.956902°
Longitude: 4.437220°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rotterdam The Hague Airport

Overview

Rotterdam The Hague Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in the Netherlands at -15 feet mean sea level, situated near the city of Rotterdam. The airport handles diverse aviation operations with a single runway (06/24) measuring 7,218 feet in length, constructed with asphalt pavement. Its strategic location provides critical transportation infrastructure for the western Netherlands region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EHRD demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing in 56.2% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring in 26.5% of cases and instrument conditions present 17.3% of the time. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 26°C, with an average of 8.9°C, suggesting potential for seasonal weather transitions.

Notable Features

The airport's negative elevation of -15 feet MSL reflects its characteristic low-lying Dutch coastal geography. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 9.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Wind conditions remain calm in only 0.7% of observations, indicating consistent atmospheric movement typical of the region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment in 100% of observed conditions, with an average crosswind component of 5.4 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal visual flying conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 3.4% fog occurrence.

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.