Exeter International Airport

EGTE / EXT

Exeter, Devon, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
8 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGTE 040950Z 30008KT 280V340 9999 BKN021 21/15 Q1029

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 102 ft
BKN 2,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,202 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Exeter International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 09:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 EGTE 040803Z 0409/0418 30008KT 9999 SCT025 PROB30 TEMPO 0409/0411 BKN014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GTE
08
26 ✈️
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
6,811 ft 148 ft ASP 76°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
4,393 ft 151 ft ASP 120°
7.9 kt 1.4 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 - EGTE

9,077 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.4%
MVFR
23.3%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
1.9%

Exeter International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.4%
N
7.3%
S
25.2%
W
12.9%
NE
7.6%
NW
13.2%
SE
10.1%
SW
17.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12°C
Range: -5°C to 35°C
-5°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,077 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Exeter International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGTE
IATA Code: EXT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 102 ft MSL

Location

City: Exeter, Devon
Country: GB
Latitude: 50.734261°
Longitude: -3.413984°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,393 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Exeter International Airport

Overview

Exeter International Airport serves the southwestern region of Devon, United Kingdom, providing regional and commercial aviation services. Located at 102 feet mean sea level near the city of Exeter, the airport supports medium-level aviation operations with two asphalt runways enabling diverse aircraft movements.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Exeter demonstrate predominantly VFR flight rules (66.3% of observations), with moderate variability allowing consistent operations. Wind patterns are notably southern-oriented (180°) with an average speed of 9.2 knots, and temperatures ranging from -5°C to 20°C, creating generally stable flying environments. Seasonal data suggests September, November, and January offer the most favorable visual flight conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 08/26 at 6,811 feet and 13/31 at 4,393 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with consistently moderate crosswind averages around 6.5-6.6 knots. The airport's coastal proximity in Devon likely influences its meteorological characteristics, with minimal fog occurrences (3.2%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with predominantly southern winds and minimal navigational challenges. Both runways offer symmetrical wind alignment, providing flexibility in landing and takeoff procedures. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of visual flight rules suggest reliable navigation and approach opportunities throughout most operational periods.

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.