Lielvarde Air Base

EVGA

Lielvarde, LV

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
08:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
7 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVGA 040820Z 28007KT 240V340 9999 FEW022 SCT025 19/13 Q1003 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 200 ft
FEW 2,200 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,400 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,700 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lielvarde Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,200 ft, scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 21:00Z and 03:00Z.

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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
996 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (200 ft)
Pressure Alt
508 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,036 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EVGA 040503Z 0406/0506 22007KT 9999 OVC008 BECMG 0406/0407 28010KT BKN015 TEMPO 0407/0421 3000 TSRA BKN020CB TEMPO 0421/0506 3000 SHRA BKN007 BKN020CB PROB40 TEMPO 0421/0503 TS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:47Z BASE
+0h
IFR 220° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VGA
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EVGA

13,364 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.8%
MVFR
14.2%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
9.9%

Lielvarde Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 64.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.9%
N
9.4%
S
23.3%
W
8.8%
NE
9.2%
NW
12%
SE
13.1%
SW
10.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -27°C to 29°C
-27°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

April March June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,364 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lielvarde Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVGA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 200 ft MSL

Location

City: Lielvarde
Country: LV
Latitude: 56.778301°
Longitude: 24.853901°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lielvarde Air Base

Lielvarde Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the LV AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Lielvarde Air Base (EVGA) is located in Lielvarde, LV at an elevation of 200 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 8,202 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 64.8% of the time based on 13,364 observations, EVGA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 21% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at EVGA come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 6.9 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.6%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, June, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -27°C (-17°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 4.7°C (40°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.88 to 10.37 inHg (335-351 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,364 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.