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Weather Briefing
IFRSkellefteå Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 500 feet and 9 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (10°) at 7 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Drizzle, RADZ, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with RADZ, Mist between 09:00Z and 13:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
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8,268 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 106° |
↑ 0.0 kt
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↔ 7.0 kt
90° angle
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Weather Statistics - ESNS
12,471 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Skellefteå Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 23.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.
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Statistics computed from 12,471 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Skellefteå Airport - Airport Information
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About Skellefteå Airport
Overview
Skellefteå Airport serves the urban region in northern Sweden, located at 64.624802, 21.076900 with an elevation of 157 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations in the Västerbotten county area.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at ESNS demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 54.7% of the time. Temperature ranges dramatically from -28°C to 21°C, with an average of -0.2°C, indicating substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must carefully prepare for.
Notable Features
The single runway 10/28 measures 8,268 feet of asphalt surface and experiences predominantly westerly winds averaging 6.8 knots. The airport's location in northern Sweden suggests potential for challenging winter conditions, with low visibility and potential icing concerns during colder months.
Approach Considerations
Runway 10/28 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 4 knots. Pilots should note that instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions occur 33.4% of the time, with September, October, and November offering the most consistently favorable visual meteorological conditions.
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