Sørkjosen Airport

ENSR / SOJ

Sørkjosen, NO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
4 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
4,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENSR 040920Z 17004KT 110V260 9999 BKN042 M05/M08 Q0998 RMK WIND RWY 32 16006KT WIND 1119FT 12007KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
BKN 4,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,216 ft AMSL
QNH
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
474 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,922 ft
ISA Deviation: -20.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENSR 040800Z 0409/0418 15013KT 9999 BKN050 TEMPO 0414/0418 FEW020TCU BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
14:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NSR
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
3,015 ft 98 ft ASP 154°
3.5 kt 2.0 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 - ENSR

7,656 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
8.3%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
2.3%

Sørkjosen Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
0.3%
E
2%
SE
42.2%
S
26.5%
SW
2.6%
W
11.3%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.4°C
Range: -19°C to 22°C
-19°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,656 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sørkjosen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENSR
IATA Code: SOJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Sørkjosen
Country: NO
Latitude: 69.786797°
Longitude: 20.959400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 3,015 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sørkjosen Airport

Overview

Sørkjosen Airport serves the northern Norwegian region, located at 69.786797, 20.959400 with an elevation of 16 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport positioned in a challenging Arctic environment, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Sørkjosen area, supporting regional transportation needs in this remote geographical location.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 85.7% of the time, with significant variability in weather patterns. Temperature ranges dramatically from -19°C to 22°C, averaging 0.2°C, which can create challenging winter flying conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly from the southeast at 135° with an average speed of 10.1 knots, occasionally reaching maximum gusts of 37 knots.

Notable Features

Sørkjosen Airport features a single asphalt runway (14/32) measuring 3015 feet in length. The airport's geographic position in northern Norway presents unique challenges with potential rapid weather changes typical of Arctic coastal regions. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are September, January, and October, which offer the most consistent flying conditions. The low elevation and minimal terrain interference contribute to relatively straightforward approach and departure procedures.

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.