Trondheim Airport, Værnes

ENVA / TRD

Trondheim, NO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
04:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENVA 040420Z 11003KT 9999 SCT050 10/09 Q1013 RMK WIND 670FT 13006KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,056 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Trondheim Airport, Værnes is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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. 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: Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 17:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
64 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -523 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENVA 032300Z 0400/0424 10005KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 0406/0418 26012KT TEMPO 0417/0424 SHRA BKN014CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR 260° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NVA
09 ✈️
27
13 ✈️
31
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,052 ft 148 ft ASP 90°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
1,771 ft 118 ft ASP 134°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
1,117 ft 118 ft ASP 134°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENVA

13,332 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.6%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
3.7%
LIFR
0.9%

Trondheim Airport, Værnes typically experiences VFR conditions 78.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
E
36.9%
N
0.8%
S
5.7%
W
18.2%
NE
3.9%
NW
3.3%
SE
19.8%
SW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -18°C to 26°C
-18°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

July January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 13,332 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trondheim Airport, Værnes - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENVA
IATA Code: TRD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Trondheim
Country: NO
Latitude: 63.457802°
Longitude: 10.924000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,052 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 1,771 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 1,117 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trondheim Airport, Værnes

Overview

Trondheim Airport, Værnes serves as a key transportation hub in central Norway, located near the city of Trondheim. Situated at an elevation of 56 feet MSL, the airport supports regional and national air traffic with its substantial infrastructure, featuring three runways ranging from 1,117 to 9,052 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Located at 63.457802°N latitude, Værnes experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of central Norwegian coastal regions. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging conditions, particularly during winter months, with potential low visibility, crosswinds, and precipitation affecting flight operations across the airport's multiple runway configurations.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways provide operational flexibility, with the primary 09/27 runway measuring 9,052 feet, allowing handling of larger commercial aircraft. Its coastal proximity and terrain surrounding Trondheim create potential wind shear and turbulence considerations that pilots must carefully evaluate during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will primarily depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the substantial 09/27 runway offering the most comprehensive operational capabilities. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and wind vectors to determine optimal runway selection, considering the airport's relatively low elevation and potential regional wind dynamics.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.