Esbjerg Airport

EKEB / EBJ

Esbjerg, DK

Last Updated
Jun 10, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
20 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKEB 100950Z AUTO 22020KT 9999 BKN027/// 15/09 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 97 ft
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,797 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Esbjerg Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 20 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 13:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EKEB 100827Z 1009/1018 20012KT 9999 SCT025 TEMPO 1009/1013 23015G26KT SHRA SCT020CB PROB40 TEMPO 1009/1012 TSRA TEMPO 1013/1018 FEW020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KEB
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
8,527 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
15.3 kt 12.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKEB

12,320 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.3%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
11.3%

Esbjerg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
5.3%
E
20.2%
SE
13.4%
S
23%
SW
12.8%
W
14.2%
NW
7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.7°C
Range: -15°C to 23°C
-15°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

September May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 12,320 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Esbjerg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKEB
IATA Code: EBJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 97 ft MSL

Location

City: Esbjerg
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.525902°
Longitude: 8.553400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,527 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Esbjerg Airport

Overview

Esbjerg Airport serves the southwestern Danish city of Esbjerg, providing regional air transportation at an elevation of 97 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 55.525902, 8.553400, this medium-sized airport supports various aviation operations in the coastal region of Jutland, Denmark.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Esbjerg Airport demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions prevailing 53.5% of the time and marginal conditions present 24% of observations. Pilots should expect moderate wind conditions with a southerly prevailing direction at an average of 9.8 knots, and temperatures ranging from -15°C to 21°C, with an average of 6.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 8,527 feet in length, which provides excellent wind alignment with 100% favorable wind coverage. Situated near the North Sea coast, the airport's geographic location influences its wind patterns and meteorological characteristics, with winds predominantly from the south at 180 degrees.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 presents favorable wind conditions with an average crosswind of 6.2 knots, making it consistently accessible for most aircraft operations. Pilots should note the best VFR months are September, October, and November, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (2.8% of observations).

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.