Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden

ENOV / HOV

Ørsta, NO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 12:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
12:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENOV 041250Z 19005KT 9999 -RA FEW018 SCT034 BKN044 14/10 Q1012 RMK WIND RWY 24 20005KT WIND 2090FT 22018KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 243 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
SCT 3,400 ft AGL
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,043 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,643 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,643 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 5 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 09:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 17:00Z.

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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (243 ft)
Pressure Alt
281 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 219 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENOV 040800Z 0409/0417 VRB03KT 9999 -SHRA FEW020 BKN030 PROB40 TEMPO 0409/0415 24010KT BKN014TCU TEMPO 0415/0417 SHRA SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
15:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NOV
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
3,510 ft 98 ft ASP 61°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENOV

13,370 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.9%
MVFR
10.5%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
1.3%

Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 53.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 53.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.8%
N
1.7%
S
2.6%
W
12.4%
NE
9%
NW
1.3%
SE
0.9%
SW
13.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -17°C to 24°C
-17°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

July January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,370 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENOV
IATA Code: HOV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 243 ft MSL

Location

City: Ørsta
Country: NO
Latitude: 62.180000°
Longitude: 6.074100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,510 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden

Overview

Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden serves the Møre og Romsdal county in western Norway, providing essential regional air connectivity. Located at 243 feet above sea level, this medium-sized airport supports transportation needs in a mountainous coastal region with challenging terrain and maritime weather influences.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hovden demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 84.4% of observations. Southwest winds averaging 6.1 knots characterize typical conditions, though pilots should be prepared for occasional stronger gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges widely from -17°C to 23°C, indicating potential significant seasonal weather changes.

Notable Features

The single asphalt runway (06/24) extends 3510 feet, oriented to capitalize on the prevailing southwest wind patterns. Calm wind conditions occur in 65.1% of observations, suggesting relatively stable local atmospheric conditions. The airport's coastal location near 62.18N latitude implies potential rapid weather transitions typical of Norwegian maritime environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 1.6 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrences (1.3%). September, January, and December statistically present the most consistently favorable visual flying conditions.

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.