Dublin Airport

EIDW / DUB

Dublin, IE

Last Updated
May 14, 12:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
10 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EIDW 141230Z 33010KT 9999 FEW014 FEW020CB SCT048 10/08 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 242 ft
FEW 1,400 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,642 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,242 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,042 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dublin Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 10 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,400 ft, few at 2,000 ft (CB), scattered at 4,800 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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. 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 Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 17:00Z.

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. 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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (242 ft)
Pressure Alt
460 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -82 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EIDW 141100Z 1412/1512 33013KT 9999 FEW018 SCT035 TEMPO 1412/1419 34015G26KT -SHRA FEW020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1417 34016G31KT 4000 SHRA BECMG 1419/1421 32008KT BECMG 1503/1505 29008KT BECMG 1507/1509 33010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 320° 8 kt

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°
6.0 kt 8.0 kt
127° angle
10R/28L 8,652 ft 148 ft ASPH 95°
5.7 kt 8.2 kt
125° angle
11/29 4,393 ft 200 ft ASP 105°
7.1 kt 7.1 kt
135° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
6,798 ft 148 ft ASP 157°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EIDW

11,032 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.8%
MVFR
25.1%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
2.7%

Dublin Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperatures typically range between -3°C and 20°C with an average of 8.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
3.7%
E
14.5%
SE
14.4%
S
14.1%
SW
20.8%
W
21.5%
NW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.4°C
Range: -3°C to 20°C
-3°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,032 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.