Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
MVFREgilsstaðir Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 9 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
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6,562 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 25° |
↑ 5.8 kt
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↔ 6.9 kt
50° angle
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Weather Statistics - BIEG
6,870 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Egilsstaðir Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, October.
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Statistics computed from 6,870 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Egilsstaðir Airport - Airport Information
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About Egilsstaðir Airport
Overview
Egilsstaðir Airport serves the eastern region of Iceland, positioned at 65.283302, -14.401400 with an elevation of 76 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation in this remote part of Iceland, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather at Egilsstaðir demonstrates significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevalent 66.8% of the time. Pilots should anticipate northern winds averaging 9.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from -16°C to 16°C and an average of 1.9°C. October, September, and November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.
Notable Features
The single runway (03/21) spans 6,562 feet with an asphalt surface, situated in a terrain characteristic of eastern Iceland. Winds predominantly from the north (0°) create predictable wind conditions, with calm periods occurring only 2.3% of the time. The airport's location offers challenging but manageable environmental conditions typical of high-latitude airports.
Approach Considerations
Runway 03/21 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal periods of restricted visibility (fog present only 4% of observations). Pilots should be prepared for potential IFR conditions, which occur in 14.2% of observations.
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