Munich Airport

EDDM / MUC

Munich, DE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
04:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
5 kt
250°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDM 040420Z AUTO 25005KT 200V270 CAVOK 12/09 Q1026 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Munich Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 5 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
976 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,487 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,105 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,102 ft
ISA Deviation: 0.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EDDM 032300Z 0400/0506 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 0404/0406 25005KT BECMG 0409/0411 28010KT BECMG 0416/0418 27005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 280° 10 kt
16:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 270° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDM
08L
26R ✈️
08R
26L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
13,123 ft 197 ft CON 83°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
13,123 ft 197 ft CON 83°
4.9 kt 0.9 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 - EDDM

13,546 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.6%
MVFR
13.6%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
14%

Munich Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 17% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.8%
N
7.4%
S
6.5%
W
27.1%
NE
13.9%
NW
8.3%
SE
4.7%
SW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -15°C to 36°C
-15°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 17%

Best Months for VFR

May June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,546 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Munich Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDM
IATA Code: MUC
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,487 ft MSL

Location

City: Munich
Country: DE
Latitude: 48.353802°
Longitude: 11.786100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Munich Airport

Overview

Munich Airport serves as a major international gateway in southern Germany, located approximately 28 kilometers northeast of Munich city center. As a large airport situated at 1,487 feet above mean sea level, it handles significant commercial and cargo traffic, supporting Bavaria's robust transportation infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1,487 ft MSL and central European location typically result in varied weather conditions throughout the year. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the dual parallel runways (08L/26R and 08R/26L), each measuring 13,123 feet in length, which provide operational flexibility across different meteorological scenarios.

Notable Features

Munich Airport's two concrete runways offer substantial length at 13,123 feet, enabling operations for wide-body aircraft and providing excellent landing/takeoff capabilities. The airport's geographic coordinates (48.353802, 11.786100) place it in a region with moderate terrain complexity, requiring standard terrain awareness and navigation protocols.

Approach Considerations

With two parallel runways of identical length, the airport can efficiently manage approach and departure sequences from both 08 and 26 headings. The substantial runway lengths of 13,123 feet provide significant margin for most aircraft types, supporting complex approach scenarios and accommodating diverse aircraft performance characteristics.

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
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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.