Stockholm Västerås Airport

ESOW / VST

Stockholm / Västerås, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
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--°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESOW 040850Z AUTO /////KT 9999 NCD 05/M04 Q1017

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESOW 040830Z 0409/0415 27012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SOW
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
01/19 8,468 ft 164 ft ASP

Weather Statistics - ESOW

7,736 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52%
MVFR
25.8%
IFR
13.5%
LIFR
8.7%

Stockholm Västerås Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.6%
NE
8.9%
E
6%
SE
7.9%
S
17.5%
SW
19.1%
W
9.4%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.2°C
Range: -18°C to 22°C
-18°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,736 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stockholm Västerås Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESOW
IATA Code: VST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: Stockholm / Västerås
Country: SE
Latitude: 59.589401°
Longitude: 16.633600°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,468 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stockholm Västerås Airport

Overview

Stockholm Västerås Airport serves the Stockholm metropolitan region as a medium-sized airport situated at 21 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 59.589401, 16.633600, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the eastern Swedish region, handling various general aviation and commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at ESOW demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 51.1% of observations. Seasonal temperature ranges from -16°C to 22°C create diverse flying environments, with prevailing southwesterly winds averaging 7.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Visibility consistently remains favorable, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence at 2.6%.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19, measuring 8,468 feet with an asphalt surface, offers substantial operational flexibility. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for this runway, with an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots, which provides predictable and stable approach characteristics for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. The airport's wind patterns strongly favor runway 01/19, with southwesterly winds at 225 degrees aligning advantageously with the runway heading. Calm wind conditions occur in only 2.5% of observations, ensuring generally stable approach environments.

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

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.