Oslo Airport, Gardermoen

ENGM / OSL

Oslo (Gardermoen), NO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENGM 041020Z VRB05KT 9999 FEW046 19/08 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 681 ft
FEW 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,281 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Oslo Airport, Gardermoen is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating relatively dry 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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (681 ft)
Pressure Alt
689 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,332 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ENGM 040500Z 0406/0506 20005KT CAVOK BECMG 0411/0413 FEW040CB TEMPO 0415/0503 SHRA PROB40 TEMPO 0415/0424 4000 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR
15:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR
Showers Rain
15:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NGM
01L
19R
01R
19L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01L/19R 11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 16° No wind data
01R/19L 9,678 ft 148 ft ASP 16° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENGM

13,381 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.6%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
14.5%

Oslo Airport, Gardermoen is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 3.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.9%
N
23.7%
S
28%
W
3.5%
NE
13.6%
NW
5.5%
SE
6.4%
SW
10.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -22°C to 29°C
-22°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.6%

Best Months for VFR

July April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,381 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oslo Airport, Gardermoen - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENGM
IATA Code: OSL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 681 ft MSL

Location

City: Oslo (Gardermoen)
Country: NO
Latitude: 60.193901°
Longitude: 11.100400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 9,678 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Oslo Airport, Gardermoen

Overview

Oslo Airport, Gardermoen serves as Norway's primary international airport and primary hub for passenger and cargo operations. Located approximately 35 kilometers northeast of Oslo, the airport is a critical transportation infrastructure serving the capital region and national airline networks. With two substantial asphalt runways capable of handling large commercial aircraft, ENGM provides extensive aviation capabilities at an elevation of 681 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and inland location create dynamic weather conditions that pilots must carefully evaluate. Seasonal variations can produce significant temperature ranges, with potential for winter icing conditions and summer thermal variations. Wind patterns will likely influence runway selection, with dual parallel runways (01L/19R and 01R/19L) offering operational flexibility during changing meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

Situated in the southeastern region of Norway, Gardermoen Airport is surrounded by relatively flat terrain with moderate elevation changes. The airport's geographical position provides relatively stable approach and departure corridors. The two runways offer substantial lengths - 11,811 feet and 9,678 feet respectively - which accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (01/19) suggests prevailing wind considerations from north-south directions will be primary factors in approach planning. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios given the parallel runway configuration. The substantial runway lengths provide significant margin for safe operations across various aircraft categories and meteorological 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.