Norfolk International Airport

KORF / ORF

Norfolk, US

Last Updated
May 14, 16:37Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
16:37Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
13 kt
10° G19 kt
10 SM
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KORF 141637Z AUTO 01013G19KT 10SM -RA FEW014 BKN022 OVC075 17/13 A2980 RMK AO2 RAB23 P0000 T01670128

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
FEW 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
OVC 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,426 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,226 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,526 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Norfolk International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 13 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 12 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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 23 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
154 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 400 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KORF 141321Z 1413/1512 06005KT P6SM SCT008 BKN015 FM141500 01013G20KT P6SM BKN025 FM141700 36012G20KT P6SM BKN050 FM142300 34008KT P6SM SCT080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
17:00Z FM141700
+1h
VFR 360° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
23:00Z FM142300
+7h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ORF
05 ✈️
23
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,001 ft 150 ft ASP 38°
10.0 kt 8.4 kt
40° angle
14/32 4,875 ft 150 ft ASP 128°
6.1 kt 11.5 kt
118° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KORF

6,609 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
4.4%

Norfolk International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 8.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.3%
NE
18.2%
E
5.3%
SE
2.7%
S
12.6%
SW
20.7%
W
7.1%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.9°C
Range: -8°C to 33°C
-8°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

April November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,609 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Norfolk International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KORF
IATA Code: ORF
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Norfolk
Country: US
Latitude: 36.895341°
Longitude: -76.201000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 4,875 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Norfolk International Airport

Overview

Norfolk International Airport serves the Hampton Roads metropolitan area in southeastern Virginia, functioning as a critical transportation hub for military and civilian aviation. Located at 36.895341, -76.201000 with an elevation of 26 feet MSL, the airport supports diverse aircraft operations in a strategically important coastal region.

Flying Conditions

As a coastal airport, Norfolk experiences variable weather conditions influenced by maritime atmospheric patterns and seasonal temperature shifts. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations across the two runways, with Runway 05/23 offering a substantial 9,001-foot asphalt surface and Runway 14/32 providing a shorter 4,875-foot asphalt surface.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and proximity to the Atlantic coast create unique geographic considerations for approach and departure procedures. The dual runway configuration allows for operational flexibility, with both runways constructed of asphalt and capable of supporting a range of aircraft types and sizes.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on prevailing wind direction, with the longer 05/23 runway offering more landing and takeoff options for larger aircraft. The substantial length of the primary runway (9,001 feet) provides significant operational advantages for commercial and military aviation users.

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.