Naivasha Airport

HKNV

Naivasha, KE

Last Updated
Jun 13, 05:00Z

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Currently using: HKNW
Weather Source: Nairobi Wilson Airport (HKNW)
Distance: 39nm / 73km from HKNV

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
05:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
5 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HKNW 130500Z 03005KT 9999 SCT018 BKN080 16/15 Q1027

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,380 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,180 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,380 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Naivasha Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 5 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 01:00Z and 04:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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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Raw TAF
TAF HKNW 122300Z 1300/1400 VRB03KT 9999 BKN018 TEMPO 1301/1304 SCT007 BKN018 BECMG 1308/1311 09010KT BKN023 BECMG 1320/1323 VRB03KT BKN018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Ceiling: 2,300 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KNV
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
3,616 ft 55 ft BIT 185°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Naivasha Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKNV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,380 ft MSL

Location

City: Naivasha
Country: KE
Latitude: -0.787953°
Longitude: 36.433494°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,616 ft
Width: 55 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Naivasha Airport

Naivasha Airport (HKNV) is located in Naivasha, KE at an elevation of 6,380 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 3,616 feet.

Airport Overview

Naivasha Airport serves Naivasha in KE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with bit surface. The longest runway measures 3,616 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 6380 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from HKNV, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.