Frankfurt Airport

EDDF / FRA

Frankfurt am Main, DE

Last Updated
May 14, 16:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
16:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
13 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDF 141650Z AUTO 19013KT 9999 FEW031 12/06 Q0998 TEMPO SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 364 ft
FEW 3,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,464 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Frankfurt Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 13 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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 Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 05:00Z and 09:00Z.

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
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (364 ft)
Pressure Alt
822 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 549 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDF 141100Z 1412/1518 23010KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 1412/1420 23015G25KT 4000 SHRA BKN030CB PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1418 2000 TSRA BKN020CB BECMG 1418/1420 19005KT PROB30 TEMPO 1505/1509 3000 BR BKN010 BECMG 1506/1509 30005KT TEMPO 1509/1518 SHRA BKN030CB PROB30 TEMPO 1511/1516 4000 TSRA BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 190° 5 kt
05:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDF
07L
25R
07C
25C
07R
25L
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07C/25C 13,123 ft 197 ft ASP 69°
6.7 kt 11.1 kt
121° angle
07L/25R 9,186 ft 148 ft CON 69°
6.7 kt 11.1 kt
121° angle
07R/25L 13,123 ft 148 ft CON 69°
6.7 kt 11.1 kt
121° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
13,123 ft 148 ft CON 180°
12.8 kt 2.3 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 - EDDF

11,152 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.3%
MVFR
19.8%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
6.6%

Frankfurt Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.3%
NE
19.9%
E
13.1%
SE
2.7%
S
23.1%
SW
18.2%
W
7%
NW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -9°C to 30°C
-9°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07C/25C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 18/36
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.

Frankfurt Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDF
IATA Code: FRA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 364 ft MSL

Location

City: Frankfurt am Main
Country: DE
Latitude: 50.030241°
Longitude: 8.561096°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07C/25C
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07L/25R
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Frankfurt Airport

Overview

Frankfurt Airport (EDDF) is Germany's busiest and largest international airport, serving as a major European aviation hub. Located in Frankfurt am Main, the airport handles extensive passenger and cargo operations, with its strategic position in central Europe making it a critical international gateway. The airport's substantial elevation of 364 ft MSL and four significant runways enable high-capacity, multi-directional air traffic management.

Flying Conditions

Frankfurt's airport elevation and geographic location contribute to variable weather conditions that pilots must carefully consider. Central European climate patterns produce significant seasonal variations, with potential challenges including winter low-visibility conditions and summer thermal turbulence. The airport's multiple long runways (all over 9,000 ft) provide operational flexibility in diverse meteorological scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport features four substantial runways: two at 13,123 ft (07C/25C and 07R/25L) and one at 9,186 ft (07L/25R), with an additional 13,123 ft runway (18/36). These extensive runway configurations support heavy commercial traffic and enable complex aircraft movements. The airport's geographical coordinates (50.030241, 8.561096) position it in a relatively flat region with minimal immediate terrain constraints.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests wind-adaptive approach capabilities, with parallel and crossing runways allowing flexible landing configurations. The multiple runway lengths provide options for various aircraft types, from regional commuters to large intercontinental carriers. Pilots should anticipate complex air traffic environments typical of a major international airport, with potential holding patterns and sequenced approach procedures.

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.