Hagshult Air Base

ESMV

, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:50Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
13:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
7 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESMV 041350Z AUTO 26007KT 240V300 9999 NCD 10/M00 Q1024

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMV
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
6,726 ft 131 ft ASP 43°
5.4 kt 4.5 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 - ESMV

7,706 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38.7%
MVFR
26.9%
IFR
19.4%
LIFR
15.1%

Hagshult Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 34.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 6.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.2%
NE
15.7%
E
17.6%
SE
8.3%
S
20%
SW
16.3%
W
5.7%
NW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.2°C
Range: -22°C to 23°C
-22°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,706 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hagshult Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESMV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 556 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: SE
Latitude: 57.292194°
Longitude: 14.136792°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,726 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hagshult Air Base

Hagshult Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the SE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Hagshult Air Base (ESMV) is located in , SE at an elevation of 556 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (04/22), with the longest at 6,726 feet.

Weather Profile

ESMV is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 38.7% of the time across 7,706 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 34.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at ESMV come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 6.2 knots. Runway 04/22 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -22°C (-8°F) to 23°C (73°F), averaging 2.2°C (36°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.73 to 10.22 inHg (330-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,706 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.