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London

London Heathrow Airport

EGLL
715
Flights/Day
09:19
Local Time
London
Timezone
83ft
Elevation
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MVFR
17°C
Mostly Cloudy • 11kt • 1020.00"
Observed: 07:20 UTC
MVFR — Marginal Visual: Reduced visibility, minor delays possible.
Cloud Forecast
12k 8k 4k 0
07:00
CLR
13:00 TEMPO
CLR
23:00 TEMPO
1.2k
02:00 TEMPO
1.2k
03:00 TEMPO
0.6k
09:00 TEMPO
1.4k
Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %
TAF valid until 13:00 local time
About London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow's challenges are fog and crosswinds rather than turbulence. Snow causes disproportionate disruption when it occurs.

Is London Heathrow Airport turbulent?

Heathrow's primary weather challenges are fog and crosswinds rather than turbulence. The UK's maritime climate brings frequent low cloud and poor visibility, particularly in autumn and winter. Atlantic storms can produce gusty crosswinds that make landings bumpy. Snow is relatively rare but causes significant disruption when it occurs due to limited de-icing capacity.

  • Fog causes the most frequent weather delays at Heathrow
  • Every aircraft must be de-iced before takeoff in freezing conditions
  • Atlantic storms bring gusty crosswinds several times per winter
Why does Heathrow have so many fog delays?

The Thames Valley location combined with moisture from the North Sea creates ideal fog formation conditions. Radiation fog forms on clear, calm nights and can persist through midday. Unlike continental airports, Heathrow's mild winters mean freezing fog is less common, but regular fog still significantly impacts operations. The airport's slot system means knock-on delays cascade throughout the day.

When is the smoothest time to fly from Heathrow?

Late spring (May-June) and summer (July-August) offer the most reliable weather with long days and minimal fog. November through February brings peak fog season. Winter storms can disrupt operations but are usually manageable. Early morning fog often lifts by midday, so afternoon departures may be more reliable in autumn and winter.

Is turbulence at London dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from London?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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11:00
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11:05
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11:10
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11:10
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11:10
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11:10
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11:15
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