Honningsvåg Airport, Valan

ENHV / HVG

Honningsvåg, NO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
21:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
14 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENHV 222120Z AUTO 32014KT 9999 BKN035/// 03/M01 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 44 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,544 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Honningsvåg Airport, Valan is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 14 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 17:00Z 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ENHV 221400Z 2215/2222 32018KT 9999 BKN035 TEMPO 2215/2222 32020G30KT TEMPO 2217/2222 SCT020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NHV
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
2,625 ft 98 ft ASP 80°
7.0 kt 12.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENHV

10,063 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.1%
MVFR
25.5%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
2.2%

Honningsvåg Airport, Valan typically experiences VFR conditions 66.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 14 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperatures typically range between -11°C and 19°C with an average of 1.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 14 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
3.1%
E
5.2%
SE
5.9%
S
34%
SW
20.4%
W
15.2%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.4°C
Range: -11°C to 19°C
-11°C 19°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.8 kt

Statistics computed from 10,063 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Honningsvåg Airport, Valan - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENHV
IATA Code: HVG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 44 ft MSL

Location

City: Honningsvåg
Country: NO
Latitude: 71.009697°
Longitude: 25.983601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Honningsvåg Airport, Valan

Overview

Honningsvåg Airport, Valan serves the northernmost municipality in Norway, located near the Barents Sea. Situated at 71°N latitude, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the remote Finnmark region, supporting regional and tourism-related air traffic at an elevation of 44 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at ENHV demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 63.8% of the time. The airport experiences predominantly southerly winds averaging 14 knots, with temperature ranges from -11°C to 19°C. Marginal VFR conditions occur 27.9% of the time, indicating potential challenges for less experienced pilots.

Notable Features

The single asphalt runway (08/26) extends 2,625 feet, positioned to align with the prevailing wind patterns. The airport's high-latitude location means extreme seasonal variations in daylight and potential challenging meteorological conditions. Pilots should note the minimal calm wind periods (1.4%) and prepare for potentially dynamic wind environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of 9.8 knots. Optimal visual flying conditions are most consistently observed in September, January, and October. The consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles) provides reliable visual reference for approaching aircraft.

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.