Middle Wallop Airfield

EGVP

Middle Wallop, GB

Last Updated
May 15, 08:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
08:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGVP 150820Z 31006KT 9999 FEW015 SCT150 08/05 Q1008 NOSIG RMK BLU BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 297 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 15,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,797 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,297 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Middle Wallop Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 15,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft, scattered at 15,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

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.

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (297 ft)
Pressure Alt
455 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -314 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGVP 150619Z 1507/1515 34006KT 9999 FEW015 TEMPO 1511/1515 6000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Showers Rain

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
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
140° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
3,874 ft 147 ft Grass
4.6 kt 3.9 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

11,345 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.6%
MVFR
19.8%
IFR
14%
LIFR
10.5%

Middle Wallop Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between -5°C and 25°C with an average of 9.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.7%
N
8.3%
S
20.5%
W
13.7%
NE
12%
NW
8.3%
SE
11.1%
SW
15.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.1°C
Range: -5°C to 25°C
-5°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,345 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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 55.6% of the time based on 11,345 observations, EGVP requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 24.5% 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 8.5 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 April, May, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -5°C (23°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging 9.1°C (48°F). 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 11,345 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.