Galway Airport

EICM

Galway, IE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:30Z

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Currently using: EINN
Weather Source: Shannon Airport (EINN)
Distance: 36nm / 67km from EICM

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
13 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EINN 040830Z 24013KT 9999 FEW009 BKN010 17/14 Q1027 BECMG BKN015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 81 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
981 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,081 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,581 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Galway Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 13 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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 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 Drizzle. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light Drizzle between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 10:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 06:00Z.

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 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.

QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (81 ft)
Pressure Alt
-332 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -73 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EINN 040500Z 0406/0506 25014KT 9999 BKN010 PROB40 TEMPO 0406/0409 4000 -DZ BKN005 BECMG 0408/0410 BKN025 PROB40 TEMPO 0410/0422 BKN012 BECMG 0420/0422 25008KT TEMPO 0422/0506 BKN007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
20:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 250° 8 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ICM
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
4,003 ft 98 ft ASP 75°
12.2 kt 4.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Galway Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EICM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 81 ft MSL

Location

City: Galway
Country: IE
Latitude: 53.300201°
Longitude: -8.941590°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,003 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Galway Airport

Overview

Galway Airport serves the western region of Ireland, located near the city of Galway in County Galway. Situated at an elevation of 81 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the west of Ireland region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location on Ireland's western coast suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with frequent wind shifts and potential low visibility. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges related to Atlantic coastal weather patterns, which can introduce rapid meteorological changes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,003 feet in length. Its geographic position at coordinates 53.300201, -8.941590 places it in a coastal landscape with potential terrain considerations for approach and departure paths.

Approach Considerations

The single runway orientation (08/26) indicates potential crosswind landing scenarios, particularly given the coastal location. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variability and be prepared to adjust approach strategies based on prevailing wind conditions at the time of arrival.

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.