Dublin Airport

EIDW / DUB

Dublin, IE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
260°
6 km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EIDW 040730Z 26007KT 200V280 6000 -RADZ FEW009 BKN010 17/15 Q1025 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 242 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,142 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,242 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Dublin Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 7 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. 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 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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z 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 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
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (242 ft)
Pressure Alt
-111 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 187 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EIDW 040500Z 0406/0506 25013KT 9999 FEW015 BKN025 TEMPO 0406/0409 BKN012 TEMPO 0406/0420 26015G26KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IDW
10L
28R
10R
28L ✈️
11
29
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10L/28R 10,203 ft 148 ft CON 97°
6.7 kt 2.0 kt
163° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
8,652 ft 148 ft ASPH 95°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
11/29 4,393 ft 200 ft ASP 105°
6.3 kt 3.0 kt
155° angle
16/34 6,798 ft 148 ft ASP 157°
1.6 kt 6.8 kt
103° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EIDW

13,360 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.1%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
2.3%

Dublin Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.1%
N
3.4%
S
13.3%
W
22.9%
NE
3.8%
NW
6.7%
SE
13.2%
SW
22.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -3°C to 28°C
-3°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 13,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dublin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EIDW
IATA Code: DUB
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 242 ft MSL

Location

City: Dublin
Country: IE
Latitude: 53.428713°
Longitude: -6.262121°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 10,203 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 8,652 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 4,393 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,798 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dublin Airport

Overview

Dublin Airport serves as Ireland's primary international airport, located just north of Dublin city center. Situated at an elevation of 242 feet MSL, the airport handles significant commercial and cargo traffic across its four runways. Its strategic location and substantial infrastructure make it a critical aviation hub for Ireland and transatlantic routes.

Flying Conditions

Dublin's maritime climate typically presents challenging weather conditions with frequent low cloud cover and potential wind shear. The airport's multiple runways (10L/28R, 10R/28L, 11/29, and 16/34) provide flexibility for operations under varying wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the North Atlantic maritime environment.

Notable Features

The airport features three substantial runways with significant length, with the primary runway 10L/28R extending 10,203 feet on concrete surface. Its position at 53.428713, -6.262121 places it in a relatively flat coastal region with minimal surrounding terrain complications. The multiple runway configuration allows for complex approach and departure scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on prevailing wind directions, with the longer concrete runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) preferred for heavy commercial traffic. The crosswind runway 11/29 at 4,393 feet provides additional operational flexibility during challenging wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and runway lengths when planning approaches.

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.