Lakselv Airport, Banak

ENNA / LKL

Lakselv, NO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
06:20Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
10 kt
190°
8 km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
996 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENNA 040620Z 19010KT 8000 -SN BKN035 M05/M08 Q0996 RMK WIND 1800FT 17007KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 25 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,525 ft AMSL
QNH
996 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (25 ft)
Pressure Alt
543 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,851 ft
ISA Deviation: -20.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENNA 040500Z 0406/0506 18017KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040 TEMPO 0418/0424 4000 -SN VV014 TEMPO 0500/0506 23015G25KT FEW030CB PROB40 TEMPO 0500/0506 4000 -SHSNRA VV014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 17 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
Light Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NNA
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
9,147 ft 148 ft ASP 175°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENNA

7,809 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.8%
MVFR
15.1%
IFR
3.9%
LIFR
1.2%

Lakselv Airport, Banak typically experiences VFR conditions 79.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
0.7%
E
1.3%
SE
5.8%
S
60.9%
SW
7.3%
W
6.2%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: -4°C
Range: -26°C to 22°C
-26°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,809 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lakselv Airport, Banak - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENNA
IATA Code: LKL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 25 ft MSL

Location

City: Lakselv
Country: NO
Latitude: 70.068802°
Longitude: 24.973499°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 9,147 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lakselv Airport, Banak

Overview

Lakselv Airport, Banak serves the Finnmark region in northern Norway, situated at a latitude of 70.068802°N. Located at a low elevation of 25 ft MSL, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote Arctic area. The airport operates a single runway 16/34 measuring 9,147 ft with an asphalted surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather statistics indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 79.1% of observations showing visual flight rules. Winter temperatures average -1.9°C, ranging dramatically from -23°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal temperature variation. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180°, with an average speed of 11.9 knots and occasional strong gusts up to 41 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's high-latitude location at 70.068802°N creates unique aviation challenges typical of Arctic environments. Runway 16/34 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of only 4.8 knots. September, January, and November consistently offer the most stable visual flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate reliable approach conditions given the airport's 79.1% VFR probability and consistent wind patterns. The lengthy 9,147 ft runway provides substantial landing and takeoff flexibility. With minimal fog occurrence (0.4%) and consistently good visibility (average 10 SM), approaches are generally predictable and straightforward.

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.