Malmö Sturup Airport

ESMS / MMX

Malmö, SE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
21 kt
320° G33 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESMS 221520Z 32021G33KT CAVOK 16/M02 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Malmö Sturup Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 21 knots with gusts to 33 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component (gusting to 17 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Mist. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations. 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 ESMS 221427Z 2215/2315 31018KT CAVOK PROB40 2302/2306 3000 BR BKN002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 18 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z PROB40
+11h
LIFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMS
11
29
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 2,615 ft 59 ft ASP 105°
17.2 kt 12.0 kt
145° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
9,186 ft 148 ft ASP 173°
18.2 kt 10.5 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 - ESMS

9,977 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.1%
MVFR
22.4%
IFR
14%
LIFR
10.5%

Malmö Sturup Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.9%
NE
5.4%
E
23.2%
SE
13.4%
S
16.1%
SW
14.8%
W
11.9%
NW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -16°C to 22°C
-16°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.8%

Best Months for VFR

September April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt

Statistics computed from 9,977 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Malmö Sturup Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESMS
IATA Code: MMX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 236 ft MSL

Location

City: Malmö
Country: SE
Latitude: 55.535564°
Longitude: 13.376327°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 2,615 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Malmö Sturup Airport

Overview

Malmö Sturup Airport serves the southern Swedish region of Skåne, located approximately 30 kilometers east of Malmö. As a medium-sized airport with two paved runways, it supports regional and international commercial aviation, providing critical transportation infrastructure for southern Sweden.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing in 51.1% of observations and marginal VFR conditions in 24.4% of cases. Pilots should anticipate southwest winds averaging 9.1 knots, with temperature ranges from -16°C to 22°C and average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

Situated at 236 feet mean sea level, Malmö Sturup Airport features two runways: a shorter 2,615-foot runway (11/29) and a longer 9,186-foot runway (17/35). Both runways demonstrate consistent favorable wind alignments, with minimal crosswind challenges averaging 5.7 and 6.1 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal considerations suggest September through November offer the most stable VFR conditions for operations. With predominant southwest winds at 225 degrees, pilots can expect predictable wind patterns that generally align favorably with both runway configurations, facilitating smoother approaches and departures.

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.