Mehamn Airport

ENMH / MEH

Mehamn, NO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
19 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENMH 222220Z AUTO 33019KT 9999 BKN028/// OVC037/// 03/M02 Q1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 39 ft
BKN 2,800 ft AGL
OVC 3,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,839 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,739 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Mehamn Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 19 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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 23 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 221400Z 2215/2222 33023KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 2215/2222 FEW020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 23 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

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°
17.9 kt 6.5 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENMH

9,028 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 13.1 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: 13.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
3.3%
E
3.2%
SE
3.6%
S
40%
SW
19.3%
W
12.7%
NW
8.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.3°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 9,028 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

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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.