Göteborg Landvetter Airport

ESGG / GOT

Göteborg, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
17:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
4 kt
290°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESGG 041750Z 29004KT 270V330 CAVOK 03/M00 Q1024

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESGG 041730Z 0418/0518 28005KT CAVOK PROB40 0421/0502 1200 BCFG PROB40 0502/0508 0300 FZFG VV002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
21:00Z PROB40
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.2 km
Patches Fog
02:00Z PROB40
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.3 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Freezing Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SGG
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
10,823 ft 148 ft ASP 26°
0.7 kt 3.9 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 - ESGG

7,730 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
45.1%
MVFR
19.5%
IFR
19.3%
LIFR
16.1%

Göteborg Landvetter Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 45.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 35.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
10.3%
E
19.6%
SE
17.1%
S
19.6%
SW
15.3%
W
6.3%
NW
2.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3°C
Range: -15°C to 23°C
-15°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,730 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Göteborg Landvetter Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESGG
IATA Code: GOT
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 506 ft MSL

Location

City: Göteborg
Country: SE
Latitude: 57.662800°
Longitude: 12.279800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,823 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Göteborg Landvetter Airport

Overview

Göteborg Landvetter Airport serves as the primary international airport for western Sweden's largest metropolitan area. Located near Göteborg, this airport handles significant commercial passenger and cargo traffic, supporting regional and international connections. The airport's elevation of 506 feet above mean sea level provides a moderate terrain profile for aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Sweden's western coastal region experiences variable maritime weather conditions with significant seasonal temperature and wind variations. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility and precipitation, particularly during autumn and winter months. The airport's long primary runway (03/21 measuring 10,823 feet) provides substantial operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types and challenging meteorological scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport is situated in a transitional landscape between coastal and inland terrains, which can generate complex local wind patterns and potential turbulence. Its geographic coordinates (57.662800, 12.279800) place it in a region with moderate topographical relief. The asphalt runway surface supports year-round operations with appropriate surface friction characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's extended length allows for comprehensive approach options across multiple wind conditions. The airport's substantial runway length enables safe operations for wide-body commercial aircraft and provides additional margin during challenging meteorological circumstances. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and approach briefings, considering the regional atmospheric dynamics and potential wind variability.

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.