Wendover Airport

KENV / ENV

Wendover, US

Last Updated
May 1, 12:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 1 hour ago
12:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
4 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KENV 011256Z AUTO VRB04KT 10SM CLR 11/M09 A3014 RMK AO2 SLP192 T01111089

Weather Briefing

VFR

Wendover Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of -9°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
880 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,237 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,005 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,542 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KENV 011120Z 0112/0212 09009KT P6SM SKC FM020400 VRB04KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ENV
08
26
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 8,000 ft 150 ft ASP 90° No wind data
12/30 8,001 ft 100 ft ASP 135° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KENV

5,296 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97%
MVFR
1%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
1.1%

Wendover Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Calm conditions occur 27% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 27%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.1%
N
5.4%
S
5.9%
W
12.5%
NE
10.7%
NW
8.5%
SE
9.4%
SW
4.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -11°C to 31°C
-11°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

November October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,296 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wendover Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KENV
IATA Code: ENV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,237 ft MSL

Location

City: Wendover
Country: US
Latitude: 40.718700°
Longitude: -114.030998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 8,001 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Wendover Airport

Overview

Wendover Airport (KENV) is a medium-sized airport located in Wendover, Utah, situated at an elevation of 4,237 feet above mean sea level. The airport features two substantial asphalt runways: 08/26 at 8,000 feet and 12/30 at 8,001 feet, providing robust operational capabilities for various aircraft types. Its location in western Utah offers strategic positioning for regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Wendover Airport are predominantly VFR, with 97.4% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -11°C to 31°C, with an average temperature of 7.8°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the east (90°), averaging 6.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots and calm conditions 30% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's high desert location at 4,237 feet MSL introduces altitude considerations for aircraft performance. Both runways (08/26 and 12/30) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 4.1 and 3.8 knots respectively. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.9 statute miles with only 0.3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

November, October, and December represent the best VFR months for operations at Wendover Airport. Pilots can expect consistent east-based winds that align favorably with both runways, minimizing crosswind challenges. The extensive runway lengths of 8,000 and 8,001 feet provide ample landing and takeoff options for most aircraft types operating in this high-elevation environment.

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
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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.