Mehamn Airport

ENMH / MEH

Mehamn, NO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
24 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENMH 220950Z 34024KT 9999 -SHSN SCT016 BKN033 00/M04 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 39 ft
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,639 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,339 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mehamn Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 24 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 24-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 0°C (32°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Snow, Light Showers Snow, Drifting Snow. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Snow, Drifting Snow between 09:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 ENMH 220800Z 2209/2218 35023KT 9999 -SHSN BKN018 TEMPO 2209/2212 34025G35KT 1000 -SHSN DRSN BKN008 FEW020CB TEMPO 2212/2218 FEW020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:00Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 23 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Light Showers Snow
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NMH
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
2,887 ft 98 ft ASP 170°
23.6 kt 4.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENMH

8,982 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
4.3%
LIFR
2.1%

Mehamn Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 13 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 13 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
3.3%
E
3.2%
SE
3.6%
S
40.2%
SW
19.4%
W
12.8%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.2°C
Range: -16°C to 21°C
-16°C 21°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,982 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mehamn Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENMH
IATA Code: MEH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 39 ft MSL

Location

City: Mehamn
Country: NO
Latitude: 71.029701°
Longitude: 27.826700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 2,887 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mehamn Airport

Overview

Mehamn Airport serves the remote northeastern coastal region of Norway, located at 71.029701, 27.826700 in Troms og Finnmark county. As a medium-sized airport situated at 39 feet mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this northern maritime area, supporting regional and local aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mehamn are predominantly VFR, with 76.3% of observations indicating visual flight rules. The airport experiences significant wind activity, with prevailing southerly winds at an average of 12.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 40 knots. Temperature ranges widely from -15°C to 21°C, with an average of 1.3°C, indicating potential for dynamic thermal conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 17/35 is asphalted and 2,887 feet long, positioned to maximize wind alignment. Its geographic location in northern Norway suggests potential challenging environmental conditions typical of high-latitude airports, including potential rapid weather shifts and winter operational complexities. The airport maintains consistently good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind component of 6.7 knots. Pilots should note the most consistent VFR conditions occur in January, November, and September. The low percentage of IFR (3.8%) and LIFR (2%) conditions suggest relatively stable approach environments.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.