Gove Airport

YPGV / GOV

Nhulunbuy, AU

Last Updated
Mar 15, 20:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPGV 152030Z AUTO 00000KT 9999 // NCD 24/24 Q1009

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gove Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 12 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. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD YPGV 151804Z 1520/1608 VRB03KT 9999 SCT015 FM160200 05006KT 9999 SCT020 INTER 1520/1602 VRB15KT 2000 SHRA BKN006 SCT015TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z FM160200
+6h
LIFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PGV
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 7,244 ft 148 ft ASP 130°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPGV

9,199 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.5%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
0.7%

Gove Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 36°C with an average of 27.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 9.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.8%
NE
7.5%
E
13.2%
SE
7.5%
S
4.1%
SW
2.1%
W
13.5%
NW
30.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 19°C to 36°C
19°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 9,199 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gove Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YPGV
IATA Code: GOV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 192 ft MSL

Location

City: Nhulunbuy
Country: AU
Latitude: -12.269400°
Longitude: 136.817993°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,244 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gove Airport

Overview

Gove Airport serves the remote community of Nhulunbuy in Northern Australia, located in the Northern Territory. As a medium-sized airport with a single 7,244-foot asphalted runway, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated region, supporting regional and resource industry aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly consistent VFR conditions, with 82.4% of observations showing clear flying weather. The airport experiences predominantly northwest winds averaging 7.9 knots, with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 36°C and an average of 27.5°C. September through November offer the most stable and favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

Situated at 192 feet above mean sea level, Gove Airport is positioned in a coastal region with potential for rapid weather transitions typical of northern Australian environments. The airport's elevation and geographic location suggest potential for thermal variations and localized wind patterns, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a modest average crosswind of 3.6 knots. Pilots can expect consistent wind characteristics that generally support straightforward approach and landing procedures, with minimal wind-related complications during most operational periods.

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.