Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFREsperance Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 15 knots with gusts to 25 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component (gusting to 16 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 3,865 ft | 59 ft | GVL | 28° |
↓ 11.1 kt
•
↔ 10.0 kt
138° angle
|
|
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
|
4,921 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 111° |
↑ 11.5 kt
•
↔ 9.6 kt
40° angle
|
Weather Statistics - YESP
1,515 observations | Jul 2026 - Aug 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Esperance Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 23°C with an average of 11.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, August.
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Statistics computed from 1,515 METAR observations (Jul 2026 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Esperance Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
Location
Runway Information
Flight Planning Tools
About Esperance Airport
Overview
Esperance Airport serves the coastal town of Esperance in Western Australia, located on the southeastern coast of the state. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 470 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and emergency services needs.
Flying Conditions
The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable wind conditions typical of maritime environments. With two runways - 03/21 at 3,865 feet and 11/29 at 4,921 feet - pilots have multiple surface options depending on wind direction and aircraft performance requirements.
Notable Features
Esperance Airport is situated at coordinates -33.684399, 121.822998, positioning it in a relatively open terrain environment. The two runways (one gravel and one asphalt) offer flexibility for different aircraft types and operational conditions, with the longer 11/29 runway potentially supporting larger aircraft.
Approach Considerations
Runway selection will primarily depend on wind vectors, with the 11/29 runway offering the longer surface at 4,921 feet. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios given the airport's coastal positioning, and be prepared to assess runway conditions, particularly on the gravel surface of runway 03/21.
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