Haugesund Airport, Karmøy

ENHD / HAU

Karmøy, NO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
21:50Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
11 kt
250°
2.7 km
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENHD 042150Z AUTO 25011KT 2700 +RA FEW002/// BKN006/// BKN014/// 13/12 Q1013 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 86 ft
FEW 200 ft AGL
BKN 600 ft AGL
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
286 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
686 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,486 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Haugesund Airport, Karmøy is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 600 feet and 2.7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 11 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 2.7 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (86 ft)
Pressure Alt
94 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -125 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.8°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NHD
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
6,957 ft 148 ft ASP 134°
5.5 kt 9.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENHD

13,355 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.7%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
8.9%
LIFR
5.6%

Haugesund Airport, Karmøy typically experiences VFR conditions 68.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 11.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 11.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.6%
N
10.7%
S
19.6%
W
6.8%
NE
3.2%
NW
7.9%
SE
23.8%
SW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -14°C to 24°C
-14°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

July January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,355 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Haugesund Airport, Karmøy - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENHD
IATA Code: HAU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 86 ft MSL

Location

City: Karmøy
Country: NO
Latitude: 59.345299°
Longitude: 5.208360°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,957 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Haugesund Airport, Karmøy

Overview

Haugesund Airport, Karmøy serves the Rogaland region in southwestern Norway, providing critical transportation infrastructure for regional and domestic aviation. Located at 59.345299, 5.208360 with an elevation of 86 ft MSL, the airport operates a single asphalt runway (13/31) measuring 6,957 feet in length, supporting medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 71.4% of observations under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 12.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 43 knots. Temperature variability ranges from -14°C to 19°C, with an average of 7.2°C, presenting potential seasonal operational considerations for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location suggests coastal maritime influences, potentially impacting local meteorological conditions. Runway 13/31 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, with an average crosswind component of 6.7 knots, indicating generally stable approach and departure environments. The minimal calm wind percentage (0.3%) suggests consistent air movement.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable visual conditions, with only 6.8% IFR and 2.8% LIFR observations. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of restricted visibility. January, September, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations at Haugesund Airport.

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.