Berlin Brandenburg Airport

EDDB / BER

Berlin, DE

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
10 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
997 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDB 141520Z AUTO 27010KT 9999 SHRA SCT041 FEW///CB 12/07 Q0997 BECMG NSW

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 157 ft
SCT 4,100 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,257 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm GSRA, Patches Fog. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm GSRA between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Patches Fog between 22:00Z and 05:00Z.

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
997 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (157 ft)
Pressure Alt
645 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 323 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDB 141100Z 1412/1512 23010KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 1412/1418 23020G30KT SHRA BKN015CB PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1417 4000 TSGSRA BECMG 1417/1420 VRB03KT TEMPO 1422/1505 2000 BCFG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR VRB 3 kt
22:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Patches Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDB
06L
24R ✈️
06R
24L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06L/24R
Active: 24R
11,811 ft 148 ft ASPH 69°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 24L
13,123 ft 197 ft CONC 69°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDDB

11,152 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
9.5%

Berlin Brandenburg Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
7.8%
E
21.7%
SE
12%
S
15.9%
SW
14.3%
W
17%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -14°C to 29°C
-14°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.2%

Best Months for VFR

September March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,152 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Berlin Brandenburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDB
IATA Code: BER
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 157 ft MSL

Location

City: Berlin
Country: DE
Latitude: 52.362247°
Longitude: 13.500672°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06L/24R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

About Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Overview

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB) serves as the primary international airport for Germany's capital region, replacing the former Tegel and Schönefeld airports. Located southwest of Berlin at 157 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for a major European metropolitan area. Its two substantial runways enable significant commercial and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 157 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with moderate terrain considerations. Berlin's geographical location produces variable weather conditions, with potential wind shifts between the two parallel runways. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations typical of Northern European continental climate zones.

Notable Features

With two parallel runways at 11,811 and 13,123 feet in length, Berlin Brandenburg offers extensive operational flexibility for different aircraft types. The concrete (06R/24L) and asphalt (06L/24R) surfaces provide diverse runway characteristics. Its geographical coordinates at 52.362247, 13.500672 position the airport in a strategic transportation corridor near Berlin's metropolitan area.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation at 06/24 suggests predominant west-southwest and east-northeast wind approaches. The substantial runway lengths accommodate wide-body and long-haul aircraft with significant operational margins. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the parallel runway configuration and regional wind patterns.

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

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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.