Leipzig/Halle Airport

EDDP / LEJ

Schkeuditz, DE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 15:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDP 041550Z AUTO 27006KT 9999 -SHRA SCT048 SCT///TCU 20/12 Q1021 TEMPO SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 465 ft
SCT 4,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,265 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Leipzig/Halle Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 22:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 06:00Z 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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (465 ft)
Pressure Alt
233 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 945 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDP 041100Z 0412/0512 27008KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 0415/0419 19006KT PROB30 TEMPO 0422/0506 SHRA BKN020TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0506/0509 SHRA BKN014 BKN020TCU BECMG 0507/0509 29014KT PROB40 TEMPO 0510/0512 29015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDP
08L
26R ✈️
08R
26L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
11,811 ft 148 ft CON 85°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
11,811 ft 198 ft CON 86°
5.9 kt 1.0 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 - EDDP

13,521 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.2%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
5.7%

Leipzig/Halle Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.3%
N
5.9%
S
23.9%
W
14.8%
NE
9.6%
NW
8.4%
SE
7.7%
SW
16.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.7°C
Range: -12°C to 40°C
-12°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

June September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,521 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Leipzig/Halle Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDP
IATA Code: LEJ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 465 ft MSL

Location

City: Schkeuditz
Country: DE
Latitude: 51.420657°
Longitude: 12.232705°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 198 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Leipzig/Halle Airport

Overview

Leipzig/Halle Airport serves as a significant cargo and passenger airport located in Schkeuditz, Germany, approximately 10 kilometers northwest of Leipzig. Positioned at 465 feet above mean sea level, the airport operates two parallel concrete runways, each 11,811 feet long, capable of handling large commercial and cargo aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's mid-continental location in Germany results in variable weather conditions with potential significant seasonal temperature and wind variations. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges due to the parallel runway configuration, with runway headings of 080/260 degrees potentially exposing aircraft to lateral wind components.

Notable Features

Leipzig/Halle Airport's geographical positioning in eastern Germany provides relatively flat terrain surrounding the airport environment. The dual parallel runways (08L/26R and 08R/26L) offer operational flexibility, allowing simultaneous arrivals and departures with identical length and surface characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the airport's east-west runway orientation, which may require specific wind assessment for landing and takeoff procedures. With two identically configured runways, pilots have strategic options for approach selection based on current meteorological conditions and air traffic control instructions.

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.