Middle Wallop Airfield

EGVP

Middle Wallop, GB

Last Updated
Jul 5, 05:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
05:20Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
7 kt
310°
6 km
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGVP 050520Z AUTO 31007KT 6000 OVC005/// 16/14 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 297 ft
OVC 500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
797 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Middle Wallop Airfield is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 500 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 7 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GVP
09 ✈️
27
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
3,596 ft 147 ft Grass
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
140° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
3,874 ft 147 ft Grass
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGVP

13,699 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
12.7%
LIFR
9.5%

Middle Wallop Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.3%
N
7.4%
S
20.2%
W
15.6%
NE
10.6%
NW
8.6%
SE
10.2%
SW
17.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.5°C
Range: -5°C to 36°C
-5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

July May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,699 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Middle Wallop Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGVP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 297 ft MSL

Location

City: Middle Wallop
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.139400°
Longitude: -1.568610°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,596 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 3,874 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Middle Wallop Airfield

Middle Wallop Airfield (EGVP) is located in Middle Wallop, GB at an elevation of 297 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (09/27, 17/35), with the longest at 3,874 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 59% of the time based on 13,699 observations, EGVP requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 22.2% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EGVP come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 8.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 17/35 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are July, May, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -5°C (23°F) to 36°C (97°F), averaging 10.5°C (51°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.75 to 10.35 inHg (330-351 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,699 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.