Ventspils International Airport

EVVA / VNT

Ventspils, LV

Last Updated
Aug 11, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
14 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVVA 111320Z AUTO 32014KT 9999 SCT026 SCT034 SCT055 17/12 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT 3,400 ft AGL
SCT 5,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,619 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,419 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,519 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ventspils International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 14 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,600 ft, scattered at 3,400 ft, scattered at 5,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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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Raw TAF
TAF EVVA 111123Z 1112/1121 31012KT 9999 SCT025 TEMPO 1112/1115 31015G30KT 3000 TSRA BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VVA
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
4,259 ft 105 ft PEM 35°
4.8 kt 13.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EVVA

15,120 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
9.4%

Ventspils International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, August, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 6.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.5%
N
11.3%
S
19.3%
W
10.4%
NE
7.7%
NW
9.4%
SE
12%
SW
14%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -25°C to 31°C
-25°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.8%

Best Months for VFR

April August September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 15,120 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ventspils International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVVA
IATA Code: VNT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Ventspils
Country: LV
Latitude: 57.357800°
Longitude: 21.544201°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,259 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Ventspils International Airport

Ventspils International Airport (EVVA/VNT) is located in Ventspils, LV at an elevation of 19 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 4,259 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 64% of the time based on 15,120 observations, EVVA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 17.7% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.8% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EVVA come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, August, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -25°C (-13°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 6.8°C (44°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.76 to 10.32 inHg (331-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 15,120 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 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.