Florø Airport

ENFL / FRO

Florø, NO

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
08:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
13 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENFL 050820Z 14013KT 9999 FEW035 SCT040 07/M02 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 37 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,537 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,037 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ENFL 050500Z 0506/0515 11010KT 9999 BKN040 BECMG 0509/0511 17018KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 170° 18 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NFL
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
4,144 ft 98 ft ASP 71°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENFL

7,813 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.3%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
0.5%

Florø Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 11.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperatures typically range between -8°C and 22°C with an average of 5.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 11.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
4.4%
E
40.6%
SE
23.1%
S
13.9%
SW
3.6%
W
3.6%
NW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.7°C
Range: -8°C to 22°C
-8°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

January September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,813 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Florø Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENFL
IATA Code: FRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 37 ft MSL

Location

City: Florø
Country: NO
Latitude: 61.583599°
Longitude: 5.024720°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,144 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Florø Airport

Overview

Florø Airport serves the coastal community of Florø in western Norway, providing essential air connectivity for the region. Located at an elevation of 37 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional aviation needs with its single runway 07/25, measuring 4,144 feet of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Florø Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 74% of observations reporting VFR and 22.9% MVFR. The prevailing easterly winds average 11.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from -8°C to 22°C and an average of 7.1°C. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location in western Norway presents unique geographical considerations for pilots. Wind patterns are consistently from the east (90 degrees), with a maximum recorded wind speed of 42 knots. The runway exhibits 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of 8 knots during typical operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September, January, and October offer the best VFR conditions for operations. The runway's east-west orientation (07/25) aligns well with prevailing wind patterns, minimizing crosswind challenges. With calm conditions occurring only 1.4% of the time, pilots can generally expect consistent wind conditions during approach and departure.

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.