Nuremberg Airport

EDDN / NUE

Nuremberg, DE

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDN 141520Z AUTO 28007KT 250V310 9999 FEW047 11/05 Q0999 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,046 ft
FEW 4,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,746 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nuremberg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,046 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,474 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,245 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDN 141100Z 1412/1512 24010KT 9999 SCT045 TEMPO 1412/1416 25015G25KT SHRA BKN030TCU BECMG 1414/1416 23005KT BECMG 1417/1419 VRB02KT TEMPO 1503/1506 BKN010 BECMG 1509/1511 25006KT PROB40 TEMPO 1510/1512 SHRA BKN035TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR VRB 2 kt
03:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDN
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
8,858 ft 148 ft ASP 99°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDDN

11,105 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.2%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
6%

Nuremberg Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
4.8%
E
24.7%
SE
24.3%
S
8.9%
SW
8.3%
W
14.4%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -12°C to 30°C
-12°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,105 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nuremberg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDN
IATA Code: NUE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,046 ft MSL

Location

City: Nuremberg
Country: DE
Latitude: 49.498699°
Longitude: 11.078056°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nuremberg Airport

Overview

Nuremberg Airport serves as a key regional airport in Bavaria, Germany, located at coordinates 49.498699, 11.078056. Situated at an elevation of 1,046 feet MSL, the airport supports commercial and general aviation operations in the metropolitan Nuremberg area.

Flying Conditions

Central European weather patterns significantly influence airport operations, with potential seasonal variations in visibility and wind conditions. Given the airport's elevation and inland location, pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude fluctuations that could impact aircraft performance.

Notable Features

The primary runway 10/28 spans 8,858 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff capacity for various aircraft types. The airport's geographic position in southern Germany suggests potential interactions with local terrain and regional meteorological characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28's significant length accommodates a wide range of aircraft approach profiles and operational requirements. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments, utilizing the runway's substantial 8,858-foot length to ensure safe approach and landing parameters.

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.