Trondheim Airport, Værnes

ENVA / TRD

Trondheim, NO

Last Updated
Jun 10, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
18:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
3 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENVA 101850Z 07003KT 020V090 9999 -RA FEW012 SCT041CB BKN060 11/10 Q1005 NOSIG RMK WIND 670FT 27003KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 4,100 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,256 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,156 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,056 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Trondheim Airport, Værnes is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,100 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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. 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, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
304 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -163 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF ENVA 101700Z 1018/1118 VRB05KT 9999 FEW015 BKN040 PROB30 TEMPO 1018/1103 25010KT SHRA BKN025CB PROB40 TEMPO 1114/1118 29015KT 4000 TSRA SCT010 BKN040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
NVA
09 ✈️
27
13 ✈️
31
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,052 ft 148 ft ASP 90°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
1,771 ft 118 ft ASP 134°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
1,117 ft 118 ft ASP 134°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENVA

12,309 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.1%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
0.9%

Trondheim Airport, Værnes typically experiences VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, June, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.7%
NE
4%
E
38.5%
SE
20.7%
S
6%
SW
9.2%
W
16.3%
NW
2.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.5°C
Range: -18°C to 26°C
-18°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

January June March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 12,309 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trondheim Airport, Værnes - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENVA
IATA Code: TRD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Trondheim
Country: NO
Latitude: 63.457802°
Longitude: 10.924000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,052 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 1,771 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 1,117 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trondheim Airport, Værnes

Overview

Trondheim Airport, Værnes serves as a key transportation hub in central Norway, located near the city of Trondheim. Situated at an elevation of 56 feet MSL, the airport supports regional and national air traffic with its substantial infrastructure, featuring three runways ranging from 1,117 to 9,052 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Located at 63.457802°N latitude, Værnes experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of central Norwegian coastal regions. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging conditions, particularly during winter months, with potential low visibility, crosswinds, and precipitation affecting flight operations across the airport's multiple runway configurations.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways provide operational flexibility, with the primary 09/27 runway measuring 9,052 feet, allowing handling of larger commercial aircraft. Its coastal proximity and terrain surrounding Trondheim create potential wind shear and turbulence considerations that pilots must carefully evaluate during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will primarily depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the substantial 09/27 runway offering the most comprehensive operational capabilities. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and wind vectors to determine optimal runway selection, considering the airport's relatively low elevation and potential regional wind dynamics.

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
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.