Whitegrass Airport

NVVW / TAH

Tanna Island, VU

Last Updated
Jul 6, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
15:00Z

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

Raw METAR

METAR NVVW 061500Z 00000KT 9999 FEW025 18/18 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,519 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Whitegrass Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 NVVW 061100Z 0612/0712 VRB04KT 9999 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VVW
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 4,035 ft 98 ft ASP 157°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
157° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - NVVW

3,691 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.6%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.1%

Whitegrass Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 211 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 34°C with an average of 27°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 211 kt
Calm Winds: 30.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.4%
N
7.4%
S
20.2%
W
0.9%
NE
3.7%
NW
1.4%
SE
16.4%
SW
1.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27°C
Range: 16°C to 34°C
16°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,691 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Whitegrass Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NVVW
IATA Code: TAH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Tanna Island
Country: VU
Latitude: -19.455099°
Longitude: 169.223999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-11

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 4,035 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Whitegrass Airport

Overview

Whitegrass Airport serves Tanna Island in Vanuatu, positioned at a low elevation of 19 ft MSL. As a medium airport with a single 4,035 ft asphalted runway (15/33), it provides essential aviation access to this South Pacific island location, supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.3% of observations reporting clear weather and only 0.2% IFR conditions. Prevailing winds from the southeast (135°) average 8.2 knots, with temperatures consistently warm, ranging from 16°C to 34°C and averaging 27.1°C. November, December, and October represent the most favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -19.455099, 169.223999, Whitegrass Airport sits in a tropical maritime environment characteristic of Vanuatu's island terrain. The runway experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.7 knots, providing generally stable approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions from the southeast, with calm periods occurring 27.4% of the time. The runway's orientation and length suggest straightforward approaches, with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced meteorological conditions. Exceptional visibility and wind stability make this a predictable operational 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

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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.