Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll

ENRA / MQN

Mo i Rana, NO

Last Updated
Jun 10, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
6,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENRA 101320Z 08005KT 040V130 9999 -SHRA FEW036 BKN066 17/12 Q0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 229 ft
FEW 3,600 ft AGL
BKN 6,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,829 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,829 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 5 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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: Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 21:00Z.

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 ENRA 101100Z 1012/1021 12009KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 1012/1014 10015G28KT TEMPO 1012/1014 FEW040TCU TEMPO 1014/1021 SHRA BKN014 FEW025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NRA
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
2,759 ft 98 ft ASP 136°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENRA

12,050 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.6%
MVFR
19.9%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
2.9%

Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll typically experiences VFR conditions 72.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 18.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.9%
NE
1.8%
E
28.8%
SE
12%
S
3%
SW
2%
W
14.2%
NW
10.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.6°C
Range: -30°C to 24°C
-30°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.9%

Best Months for VFR

June January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 12,050 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENRA
IATA Code: MQN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 229 ft MSL

Location

City: Mo i Rana
Country: NO
Latitude: 66.363899°
Longitude: 14.301400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 2,759 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll

Overview

Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll serves the northern Norwegian city of Mo i Rana, located at 66.36°N latitude. Situated at 229 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical regional transportation infrastructure in Nordland county. The airport's single asphalt runway supports essential transportation links for this industrial and maritime region.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with nearly 70% of recorded periods suitable for visual flying. Winter temperatures can drop to -24°C, while summer peaks around 23°C, creating significant seasonal variation. Wind patterns are consistently from the east (90 degrees), with an average speed of 7 knots and occasional gusts up to 37 knots, and calm conditions present 21.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's high latitude at 66.36°N means significant seasonal daylight variations, which pilots must consider for flight planning. Runway 13/31 provides excellent wind alignment, with prevailing winds favorable 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 3.8 knots. Terrain surrounding the airport likely includes typical Norwegian coastal and mountainous landscape characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good approach conditions, with high visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal low visibility events. Fog occurs in only 7.5% of observations, and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) are present less than 10% of the time. September, October, and January represent the most consistent VFR months for operations at Røssvoll Airport.

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.