Lielvarde Air Base

EVGA

Lielvarde, LV

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
9 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVGA 041320Z 30009KT 270V330 9999 FEW035 20/11 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 200 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,700 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lielvarde Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 9 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 21:00Z and 07:00Z.

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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (200 ft)
Pressure Alt
478 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,126 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EVGA 041121Z 0412/0512 28009KT 9999 BKN025 TEMPO 0412/0421 3000 TSRA BKN020CB TEMPO 0421/0507 3000 SHRA BKN007 BKN020CB PROB40 TEMPO 0421/0507 TS TEMPO 0507/0512 SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Showers Rain
21:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+8h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VGA
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EVGA

13,364 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.8%
MVFR
14.2%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
9.9%

Lielvarde Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 64.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.9%
N
9.4%
S
23.3%
W
8.8%
NE
9.2%
NW
12%
SE
13.1%
SW
10.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -27°C to 29°C
-27°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

April March June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,364 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lielvarde Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVGA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 200 ft MSL

Location

City: Lielvarde
Country: LV
Latitude: 56.778301°
Longitude: 24.853901°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lielvarde Air Base

Lielvarde Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the LV AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Lielvarde Air Base (EVGA) is located in Lielvarde, LV at an elevation of 200 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 8,202 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 64.8% of the time based on 13,364 observations, EVGA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 21% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EVGA come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 6.9 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, June, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -27°C (-17°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 4.7°C (40°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.88 to 10.37 inHg (335-351 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,364 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.