Kristianstad Airport

ESMK / KID

Kristianstad, SE

Last Updated
Apr 20, 00:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
00:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
6 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESMK 200020Z AUTO 01006KT 9999 NCD 03/M00 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kristianstad Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 6 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 0°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESMK 192327Z 2000/2009 04012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMK
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
7,267 ft 148 ft ASP
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESMK

9,871 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.3%
MVFR
26.9%
IFR
12.1%
LIFR
10.7%

Kristianstad Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
7.5%
E
15.1%
SE
12.5%
S
13.1%
SW
12.6%
W
21.2%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.5°C
Range: -17°C to 25°C
-17°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,871 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kristianstad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESMK
IATA Code: KID
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 76 ft MSL

Location

City: Kristianstad
Country: SE
Latitude: 55.921700°
Longitude: 14.085500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,267 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kristianstad Airport

Overview

Kristianstad Airport serves the southeastern region of Sweden, situated at 55.921700N, 14.085500E with an elevation of 76 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides regional aviation services in the Skåne County area, offering critical transportation infrastructure for the local community and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Kristianstad Airport demonstrates significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 48.4% of the time. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological challenges, including Marginal VFR (28.1%) and Instrument Flight Rules (12.1%) conditions, particularly during winter months. The prevailing westerly winds average 7.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots and a 5.2% occurrence of calm conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) measuring 7,267 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 25°C create diverse operating environments, with average temperatures around 5.9°C. Visibility consistently remains favorable, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of 5.2 knots. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during September, October, and November. The airport's moderate elevation and predictable wind patterns contribute to relatively straightforward approach and landing operations.

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.