Oranjemund Airport

FYOG / OMD

Oranjemund, NA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
11 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FYOG 041100Z AUTO 20011KT 170V230 9999 SCT009/// 18/15 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 14 ft
SCT 900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
914 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FYOG 041100Z 0412/0421 20007KT CAVOK BECMG 0416/0418 9999 FEW010 BECMG 0419/0421 1000 BR OVC010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 1 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YOG
02
20 ✈️
07
25
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
5,252 ft 59 ft ASP 360°
11.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
07/25 3,000 ft 47 ft GVL 48°
9.7 kt 5.2 kt
152° angle
16/34 3,500 ft 60 ft GVL 141°
5.7 kt 9.4 kt
59° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FYOG

2,117 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.8%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
15%
LIFR
9.1%

Oranjemund Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.4%
NE
0.9%
E
2.9%
SE
17%
S
48.3%
SW
10.1%
W
13.5%
NW
5.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.8°C
Range: 6°C to 38°C
6°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

February March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.4 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 2,117 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oranjemund Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FYOG
IATA Code: OMD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 14 ft MSL

Location

City: Oranjemund
Country: NA
Latitude: -28.584700°
Longitude: 16.446699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,252 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 47 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Oranjemund Airport

Overview

Oranjemund Airport serves the mining town of Oranjemund in Namibia, situated at a low elevation of 14 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with three runways offering multiple approach options. Its strategic location in southern Namibia provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region's mining and industrial activities.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Oranjemund Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) at 58.3% of observations, with moderate variability. Prevailing winds from the south at an average of 11.1 knots create predictable wind conditions, with temperatures ranging from 6°C to 38°C. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence at just 1.2% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface types: Runway 02/20 is asphalted (5,252 ft), while Runways 07/25 and 16/34 are gravel/grass (3,000 ft and 3,500 ft respectively). All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, providing flexible operational capabilities. The low elevation and relatively consistent wind patterns contribute to stable approach and departure conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the consistently favorable wind conditions across all runways, with average crosswinds ranging from 3.7 to 9.3 knots. The best visual flying months are January, October, and December, offering optimal meteorological conditions. Runway selection can be confidently made based on current wind direction, with minimal wind-related complications expected during most operations.

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.