Rotterdam The Hague Airport

EHRD / RTM

Rotterdam, NL

Last Updated
May 15, 07:25Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
07:25Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
8 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHRD 150725Z AUTO 30008KT 250V350 9999 -RA FEW002 FEW015CB SCT020 BKN036 09/05 Q1002 TEMPO 7000 -SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: -15 ft
FEW 200 ft AGL
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 3,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
185 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,485 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,985 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,585 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rotterdam The Hague Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Light Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 13:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain, Light Rain between 13:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (-15 ft)
Pressure Alt
323 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -401 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EHRD 150441Z 1506/1612 27003KT 9999 FEW035 TEMPO 1506/1513 6000 SHRA SCT022CB BKN030 BECMG 1508/1511 31012KT PROB40 TEMPO 1513/1520 7000 -SHRA -RA SCT018TCU BKN025 BECMG 1520/1523 28007KT PROB40 TEMPO 1604/1612 7000 -SHRA SCT018TCU BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 310° 12 kt
13:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Light Rain

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°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EHRD

11,231 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.9%
MVFR
23.5%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
6.8%

Rotterdam The Hague Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.4%
N
8.5%
S
25.4%
W
12%
NE
10.7%
NW
4.8%
SE
7%
SW
14.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -5°C to 26°C
-5°C 26°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,231 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.