Farnborough Airport

EGLF / FAB

Farnborough, Hampshire, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
9 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGLF 141520Z 32009KT 9999 VCSH FEW042CB SCT047 13/02 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 238 ft
FEW 4,200 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,438 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,938 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 9 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,200 ft (CB), scattered at 4,700 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 6 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, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGLF 141358Z 1415/1421 36008KT 9999 FEW040 TEMPO 1415/1421 6000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1415/1421 VRB15G25KT 3000 +TSRAGS BKN014 BKN025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GLF
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
8,005 ft 148 ft ASP 62°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGLF

11,018 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.4%
MVFR
21.4%
IFR
9%
LIFR
5.3%

Farnborough Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.3%
NE
10.6%
E
10.9%
SE
10.1%
S
20.1%
SW
22.4%
W
15.2%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9°C
Range: -8°C to 26°C
-8°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 11,018 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Farnborough Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGLF
IATA Code: FAB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 238 ft MSL

Location

City: Farnborough, Hampshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.275799°
Longitude: -0.776333°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Farnborough Airport

Overview

Farnborough Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Hampshire, United Kingdom, situated at an elevation of 238 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 51.275799, -0.776333, the airport provides critical infrastructure for aviation operations in the southeastern region of England.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Farnborough demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 62.7% of the time. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 26°C, with an average of 9.1°C, while wind patterns typically originate from the south at an average speed of 7.9 knots and maximum gusts of 27 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) extending 8,005 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. The surrounding terrain and geographical positioning contribute to consistent wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind alignment for the primary runway.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can anticipate predominantly favorable approach conditions, with low crosswind averages of 4.2 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for visual flying, offering the most stable meteorological conditions for arrivals and departures.

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.