Ålesund Airport, Vigra

ENAL / AES

Ålesund, NO

Last Updated
May 15, 04:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
04:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
7 kt
140°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENAL 150450Z 14007KT 100V160 CAVOK 07/06 Q0991

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ålesund Airport, Vigra is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 7 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 9 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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Raw TAF
TAF ENAL 150200Z 1503/1512 13008KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NAL
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
7,592 ft 148 ft ASP 65°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENAL

11,031 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.4%
MVFR
10.7%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.7%

Ålesund Airport, Vigra enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
5.8%
E
7.1%
SE
26.6%
S
26.4%
SW
15.9%
W
8.9%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.9°C
Range: -9°C to 23°C
-9°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,031 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ålesund Airport, Vigra - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENAL
IATA Code: AES
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 69 ft MSL

Location

City: Ålesund
Country: NO
Latitude: 62.562500°
Longitude: 6.119700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,592 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ålesund Airport, Vigra

Overview

Ålesund Airport, Vigra serves the coastal city of Ålesund in western Norway, providing essential regional and transportation connectivity. Located at 69 ft MSL with coordinates 62.562500, 6.119700, this medium-sized airport handles significant air traffic in the Norwegian maritime region. The airport features a single runway 06/24 extending 7,592 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather statistics indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 85.2% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate, with temperatures ranging from -8°C to 23°C and an average of 6.9°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at 135°, averaging 10.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 38 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location presents unique geographic considerations for pilots, situated near maritime terrain typical of western Norway. Runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 6.7 knots. Visibility is consistently strong, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect highly reliable approach conditions, with September, January, and December offering the best VFR conditions. The runway's extensive 7,592-foot length provides ample space for most aircraft operations. Prevailing southeastern winds suggest runway 06 may be preferred during typical wind conditions, though pilots should always confirm current ATIS information.

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.