Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka

ENST / SSJ

Alstahaug, NO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
11 kt
280° G21 kt
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENST 041020Z 28011G21KT 230V310 9999 -SHRA FEW008CB BKN010 05/04 Q1010 RMK WIND 0300FT 30018KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
856 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,056 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
154 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,033 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENST 040800Z 0409/0418 26012KT 9999 -SHRA FEW015 SCT025 BKN040 TEMPO 0409/0412 4500 SHRA FEW008 SCT015CB BKN025 BECMG 0409/0411 30015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NST
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
4,619 ft 98 ft ASP 25°
1.9 kt 10.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENST

7,615 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.3%
MVFR
16.2%
IFR
2.8%
LIFR
1.7%

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka typically experiences VFR conditions 79.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 6%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.1%
NE
21.7%
E
24.6%
SE
4.9%
S
24.1%
SW
8.1%
W
3.9%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.2°C
Range: -11°C to 23°C
-11°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,615 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENST
IATA Code: SSJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Alstahaug
Country: NO
Latitude: 65.956802°
Longitude: 12.468900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,619 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka

Overview

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka serves the Alstahaug region in northern Norway, providing essential air transportation for the local community. Located at 65.956802, 12.468900 and elevated at 56 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport connects the coastal area with broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 16.2% of flights. Winds are typically from the south (180°) at an average of 9.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 36 knots and calm periods at 6.7%. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 23°C, with an average of 4.7°C, indicating significant seasonal variation.

Notable Features

The single runway 02/20 is 4,619 feet long with an asphalt surface, providing adequate length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing weather conditions, with wind patterns and visibility being critical factors for safe operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.4 knots. January, September, and October represent the best months for VFR flying, offering the most consistent meteorological conditions for pilots approaching the airport.

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.