Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik

ENCN / KRS

Kjevik, NO

Last Updated
Apr 21, 12:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
12:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
12 kt
210°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENCN 211250Z 21012KT CAVOK 13/00 Q1030

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 12 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ENCN 211100Z 2112/2121 20010KT CAVOK BECMG 2117/2119 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
17:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR VRB 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NCN
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
6,660 ft 148 ft ASP 35°
12.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENCN

9,977 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.9%
MVFR
27%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
7.6%

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 20°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
41.6%
E
14.5%
SE
3.5%
S
11.5%
SW
12.3%
W
6.3%
NW
3.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 4°C
Range: -15°C to 20°C
-15°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,977 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENCN
IATA Code: KRS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 57 ft MSL

Location

City: Kjevik
Country: NO
Latitude: 58.204201°
Longitude: 8.085370°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,660 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik

Overview

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik serves as a medium-sized airport located in southern Norway, situated near the city of Kristiansand at an elevation of 57 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations in the coastal region, positioned strategically with coordinates 58.204201, 8.085370.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kjevik are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 57% of observations in VFR conditions and an additional 24.3% in marginal VFR. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 8.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 29 knots. The temperature range spans from -15°C to 20°C, with an average of 5.6°C.

Notable Features

The single runway 03/21 is 6,660 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering good operational flexibility. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for this runway, with an average crosswind component of only 3.7 knots. The region experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present in only 4.1% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, providing optimal approach conditions. The runway alignment and prevailing winds create predictable approach characteristics, with minimal wind-related complications. Pilots can expect generally good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare occurrences of visibility below 3 miles.

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.