What is the current weather at RAF Benson?

Current conditions at RAF Benson (EGUB) are VFR. Temperature is 9°C. Winds are from 320° at 4 knots.

What runways does EGUB have?

RAF Benson has 2 runway(s): Runway 01/19 (5,981 ft, ASP), Runway 06/24 (4,782 ft, ASP).

Does EGUB have an ILS approach?

RAF Benson (EGUB) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of EGUB?

RAF Benson (EGUB) has a field elevation of 226 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for RAF Benson?

The ICAO code for RAF Benson is EGUB. The IATA code is BEX.

Where is EGUB located?

RAF Benson (EGUB) is located near Wallingford, Oxfordshire, GB at coordinates 51.614366°N, -1.095991°E.

How often is the METAR updated for EGUB?

METAR reports for RAF Benson (EGUB) are typically issued once per hour, around 55 minutes past the hour. Special METARs (SPECI) are issued when significant weather changes occur. MetarCentral updates data from official sources every 5 minutes.

Does EGUB have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the EGUB TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/EGUB/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does VFR mean at EGUB?

RAF Benson is currently reporting VFR conditions. VFR (Visual Flight Rules) means visibility is greater than 5 statute miles and ceiling is above 3,000 feet AGL. These are good conditions for visual flying.

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EGUB
Current Weather

RAF Benson

EGUB / BEX

Wallingford, Oxfordshire, GB

Last Updated

May 14, 19:20Z

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Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Air Force or Ministry of Defence aerodrome. Civil access may be available with Prior Permission Required (PPR).

Access Notes:

Many RAF stations accept civil PPR; consult UK AIP AD 2 for specific procedures

Consult official AIP (UK AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units

Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Fresh 15 min ago

19:20Z

🌇 Dusk

VFR

Flight Rules

9°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 4°C

4 kt

320°

10+ km

Visibility

∞

Ceiling

Unlimited

1003 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGUB 141920Z 32004KT 9999 FEW045 09/04 Q1003 TEMPO 6000 SHRA RMK BLU TEMPO WHT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 226 ft

FEW 4,500 ft AGL

🌤️

FEW

Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)

4,500 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

4,726 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

RAF Benson is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

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

1003 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

995 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (226 ft)

Pressure Alt

534 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: -132 ft

ISA Deviation: -5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF

TAF EGUB 141623Z 1418/1503 33010KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1418/1422 6000 SHRA

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

19:35Z BASE

+0h

VFR 330° 10 kt

Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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• Historical data from past 24 hours
• No forecast or predicted data included
• Data updated with each new METAR report

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Airport Runway Layout

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GUB

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Runway Information

Runway	Length	Width	Surface	Heading	Wind Component
✈️ 01/19 Active: 01	5,981 ft	150 ft	ASP	8°	↑ 2.6 kt • ↔ 3.1 kt 50° angle
06/24	4,782 ft	100 ft	ASP	56°	↓ 0.4 kt • ↔ 4.0 kt 96° angle

🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions

⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component

↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

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Weather Statistics - EGUB

11,252 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR

60.3%

MVFR

24.7%

IFR

11.3%

LIFR

3.8%

RAF Benson typically experiences VFR conditions 60.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)

Average Speed: 8.6 kt

Maximum Recorded: 25 kt

Calm Winds: 1.2%

Direction Distribution:

10%

8.8%

9.8%

13%

30.9%

12.3%

8.7%

5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C

Range: -10°C to 26°C

-10°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM

Below 3 SM: 0%

Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19

Favorable wind: 100%

Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Runway 06/24

Favorable wind: 100%

Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,252 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

RAF Benson - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGUB

IATA Code: BEX

Type: medium airport

Status: active

Elevation: 226 ft MSL

Location

City: Wallingford, Oxfordshire

Country: GB

Latitude: 51.614366°

Longitude: -1.095991°

Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19

Length: 5,981 ft

Width: 150 ft

Surface: ASP

ILS: No

Runway 06/24

Length: 4,782 ft

Width: 100 ft

Surface: ASP

ILS: No

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About RAF Benson

RAF Benson is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the GB AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

RAF Benson is a medium airport located in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, serving as a key military aviation facility. Situated at an elevation of 226 feet MSL, the airport plays a significant role in military operations and strategic aviation positioning in the United Kingdom.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at RAF Benson predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 58.6% of observations in VFR conditions. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -10°C to 26°C, with an average temperature of 8.8°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at an average speed of 8.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 01/19 at 5,981 feet and Runway 06/24 at 4,782 feet. Both runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 1.8% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the consistently low crosswind components, with average crosswinds of 4.4 knots on Runway 01/19 and 6.3 knots on Runway 06/24. September, November, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions. The predictable wind patterns and high percentage of VFR days make RAF Benson a relatively straightforward airport for approaches and landings.

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.

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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.