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Weather Briefing
LIFRCork Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 200 feet and 0.4 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is severely reduced to 0.4 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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 23 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
|
4,298 ft | 148 ft | PEM | 63° |
↑ 3.9 kt
•
↔ 0.7 kt
10° angle
|
| 16/34 | 6,998 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 160° |
↑ 0.7 kt
•
↔ 3.9 kt
80° angle
|
Weather Statistics - EICK
13,466 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cork Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 10.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 27°C with an average of 9.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.
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Statistics computed from 13,466 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Cork Airport - Airport Information
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About Cork Airport
Overview
Cork Airport serves southwestern Ireland as a medium-sized airport situated near the city of Cork. Located at an elevation of 502 feet MSL with coordinates 51.841301, -8.491110, the airport provides critical regional aviation infrastructure. Its two runways (07/25 and 16/34) support diverse aviation operations in the southern Irish landscape.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Cork Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing in 50.6% of observations. Meteorological conditions range from clear skies to potential instrument flight restrictions, with LIFR conditions occurring in 19.2% of observations. Winds predominantly originate from the southwest at 225 degrees, averaging 10.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 35 knots.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways with different orientations and surfaces: Runway 07/25 is 4,298 feet of pavement with an end-around surface (PEM), while Runway 16/34 extends 6,998 feet with an asphalt surface (ASP). Temperature variations range from -2°C to 18°C, with an average of 8.6°C, indicating potential winter and seasonal operational considerations for aircraft performance.
Approach Considerations
Both runways demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with modest average crosswind components of 6.6 and 6.7 knots respectively. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, though fog is present in 6.6% of observations. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during September, January, and November.
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