Vereeniging Airport

FAVV

Vereeniging, ZA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
9 kt
50°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAVV 041100Z AUTO 05009KT //// // ////// 21/17 Q1024

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVV
03 ✈️
21
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
5,266 ft 72 ft ASP
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
15/33 3,724 ft 52 ft ASP 125°
2.3 kt 8.7 kt
75° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FAVV

3,305 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
100%
MVFR
0%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Vereeniging Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 100% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 33°C with an average of 20.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.3%
NE
9%
E
5.7%
SE
3.6%
S
7.3%
SW
8.5%
W
23.4%
NW
20.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.4°C
Range: 4°C to 33°C
4°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,305 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vereeniging Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FAVV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,846 ft MSL

Location

City: Vereeniging
Country: ZA
Latitude: -26.566401°
Longitude: 27.960800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,266 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,724 ft
Width: 52 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vereeniging Airport

Overview

Vereeniging Airport serves the Gauteng region of South Africa, located near the city of Vereeniging. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 4,846 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport features two asphalt runways that support various general aviation and regional operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Vereeniging Airport are consistently VFR, with 100% of observed conditions supporting visual flight rules. The prevailing wind is from the west (270°) at an average of 5.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 32°C, with an average of 20°C, providing stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's two runways offer flexible operational capabilities with complementary orientations. Runway 03/21 measures 5,266 feet, while runway 15/33 is 3,724 feet long, both constructed of asphalt surface. The airport's location at a relatively high elevation of 4,846 feet MSL may require performance considerations for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind components (3.6 knots for 03/21 and 3.4 knots for 15/33). Pilots can expect optimal wind conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of January, September, and October. The consistent visibility of approximately 10 statute miles provides reliable visual approach conditions.

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.