Bremen Airport

EDDW / BRE

Bremen, DE

Last Updated
May 15, 04:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
04:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
1 kt
180°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDW 150450Z AUTO 18001KT 5000 BR NCD 05/04 Q1000 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bremen Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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: Fog, Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 00:00Z and 05:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 00:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 19:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (14 ft)
Pressure Alt
412 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -785 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDW 142300Z 1500/1524 VRB03KT 0800 FG SCT030 PROB40 TEMPO 1500/1505 6000 PROB30 TEMPO 1500/1505 0400 FG VV001 BECMG 1505/1507 24010KT 9999 TEMPO 1511/1519 29015G25KT SHRA BKN020CB BECMG 1518/1520 25005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:03Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 0.8 km
Fog
11:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR 290° 15 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDW
05
23 ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
2,297 ft 75 ft ASP 52°
0.6 kt 0.8 kt
50° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,642 ft 148 ft ASP 88°
0.0 kt 1.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDDW

11,123 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.5%
MVFR
22.1%
IFR
13.6%
LIFR
8.8%

Bremen Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
21%
N
4.1%
S
14.6%
W
13.3%
NE
7.1%
NW
6.5%
SE
16.3%
SW
17%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -13°C to 28°C
-13°C 28°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,123 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bremen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDDW
IATA Code: BRE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 14 ft MSL

Location

City: Bremen
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.046786°
Longitude: 8.789320°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 8,642 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bremen Airport

Overview

Bremen Airport serves northern Germany as a medium-sized airport located in the city of Bremen. Situated at 14 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 53.046786, 8.789320, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two asphalted runways (05/23 at 2297ft and 09/27 at 8642ft) support diverse aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should expect highly variable weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevalent 53.3% of the time. Marginal VFR occurs 23% of observations, while instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) account for nearly 24% of weather scenarios. Temperature ranges dramatically from -13°C to 28°C, with an average of 7.1°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature variations.

Notable Features

The airport's wind characteristics are consistently southwest-oriented, with prevailing winds at 225° and an average speed of 8.4 knots. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, showing 100% favorable wind conditions. The maximum recorded wind speed is 25 knots, with calm conditions extremely rare at only 0.1% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Average crosswind components remain manageable at 4.5 knots for runway 05/23 and 4.8 knots for runway 09/27. Visibility typically exceeds 10 statute miles, with fog present in only 7.4% of observations, generally providing good approach conditions.

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.