Arvidsjaur Airport

ESNX / AJR

Arvidsjaur, SE

Last Updated
Jun 10, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
10 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
7,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESNX 100950Z 07010KT 040V120 9999 -RA SCT018 BKN072 16/13 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,245 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 7,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,045 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,445 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Arvidsjaur Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 10 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7200 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. 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: Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

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. 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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Raw TAF
TAF ESNX 100830Z 1009/1018 10009G20KT 9999 BKN020 BECMG 1009/1011 RA TEMPO 1012/1015 4000 BKN007 BKN040CB TEMPO 1015/1018 SHRA SCT040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:17Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 100° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
15:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SNX
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
8,201 ft 148 ft ASP 128°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESNX

12,393 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.4%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
11.5%

Arvidsjaur Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 23.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 3.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.6%
NE
4.4%
E
8.2%
SE
17.7%
S
12.6%
SW
6.8%
W
20.7%
NW
22.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -2°C
Range: -35°C to 22°C
-35°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 12,393 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arvidsjaur Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESNX
IATA Code: AJR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,245 ft MSL

Location

City: Arvidsjaur
Country: SE
Latitude: 65.590302°
Longitude: 19.281900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 8,201 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Arvidsjaur Airport

Overview

Arvidsjaur Airport serves the northern Swedish region of Västerbotten, located at 65.590302N, 19.281900E with an elevation of 1,245 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote, northern landscape, supporting regional and potential military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 56.2% of the time and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR/LIFR) accounting for approximately 32.8% of observations. Average temperatures hover around -3.6°C, with extreme ranges from -35°C to 18°C, indicating challenging winter flying conditions and potential icing risks.

Notable Features

The single runway (12/30) extends 8,201 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 6.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Wind conditions provide near-100% favorable alignment for runway 12/30, with a modest average crosswind of 2.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

September through December offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions, with minimal fog (2.5% occurrence) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential winter weather challenges, prepare for potential instrument conditions, and leverage the runway's favorable wind alignment for safer 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.