Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen

ENSK / SKN

Hadsel, NO

Last Updated
Jul 18, 18:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
18:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
12 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENSK 181820Z AUTO 30012KT 9999 -RA BKN029/// OVC040/// 08/05 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11 ft
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,911 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,011 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 12 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 6 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ENSK 180800Z 1809/1815 29009KT 9999 SCT030 BKN040 TEMPO 1809/1814 4500 SHRA FEW020TCU BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NSK
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
3,031 ft 98 ft ASP 86°
9.2 kt 7.7 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 - ENSK

14,118 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.3%
MVFR
19.8%
IFR
2.8%
LIFR
1.1%

Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen typically experiences VFR conditions 76.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.7%
N
14.6%
S
11.3%
W
12%
NE
14.3%
NW
7.1%
SE
21%
SW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.4°C
Range: -14°C to 25°C
-14°C 25°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January September April

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 14,118 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENSK
IATA Code: SKN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11 ft MSL

Location

City: Hadsel
Country: NO
Latitude: 68.578827°
Longitude: 15.033417°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,031 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen

Overview

Stokmarknes Airport serves the Hadsel region in Northern Norway, positioned at 68.578827, 15.033417. As a medium airport situated at 11 ft mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting regional transportation needs in this coastal Norwegian environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at 135° with an average speed of 9.1 knots, though occasional gusts up to 44 knots can occur. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 22°C, with an average of 2.8°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature variations.

Notable Features

Located in a coastal region, the airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 3,031 feet long. The geographical positioning at 68° north latitude indicates potential challenging high-latitude aviation conditions, particularly during winter months. Calm wind conditions are rare, occurring only 1.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of 6.4 knots. January, September, and October statistically offer the best VFR conditions for pilots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no reported significant fog or low visibility events.

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.