Norwich Airport

EGSH / NWI

Norwich, Norfolk, GB

Last Updated
May 15, 07:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
10 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGSH 150720Z COR 31010KT 280V020 9999 -SHRA SCT018 BKN025 09/06 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 117 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,917 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,617 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Norwich Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 10 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 9 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 Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (117 ft)
Pressure Alt
365 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -327 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGSH 150502Z 1506/1515 30006KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1506/1509 6000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1508 4000 +SHRA BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 1509/1515 8000 -SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSH
04
22
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 4,154 ft 148 ft ASP 37°
0.5 kt 10.0 kt
87° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
6,043 ft 148 ft Concrete/Asphalt 90°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGSH

14,326 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.1%
MVFR
20.9%
IFR
13.7%
LIFR
11.3%

Norwich Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.6%
N
7.2%
S
25.6%
W
12.8%
NE
8.8%
NW
4.3%
SE
9.9%
SW
17.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -7°C to 25°C
-7°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 14,326 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Norwich Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGSH
IATA Code: NWI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 117 ft MSL

Location

City: Norwich, Norfolk
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.675800°
Longitude: 1.282780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,154 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 6,043 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Concrete/Asphalt
ILS: No

About Norwich Airport

Overview

Norwich Airport serves the Norfolk region as a medium-sized airport located in eastern England. Situated at an elevation of 117 feet MSL near the city of Norwich, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and commercial operations. Its strategic location offers access to East Anglia's transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Weather statistics indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 55.5% of observations supporting VFR flight. The airport experiences mild temperature variations, averaging 9.1°C with a range from -7°C to 25°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 9.1 knots, with peak gusts reaching 28 knots.

Notable Features

Both runways at Norwich Airport provide excellent operational flexibility. Runway 04/22 offers 4,154 feet of asphalt surface, while Runway 09/27 provides a longer 6,043-foot concrete/asphalt runway. The airport demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind conditions and manageable crosswind averages of 5.1 and 6.4 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. Visibility consistently remains strong, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. Fog occurs in only 2.4% of observations, and there are no recorded instances of visibility dropping below 3 miles.

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.