Säve Airport

ESGP / GSE

Göteborg, SE

Last Updated
Apr 19, 19:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
19:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
10 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESGP 191920Z AUTO 07010KT 9999 -DZ NCD 08/02 Q1022 REUP

Weather Briefing

VFR

Säve Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 10 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Drizzle.

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.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (59 ft)
Pressure Alt
-204 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,030 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESGP 191730Z 1918/2003 09006KT 9999 -DZ OVC040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Drizzle

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SGP
01 ✈️
19
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
3,560 ft 148 ft ASP
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
2,858 ft 98 ft ASP 44°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESGP

9,844 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54%
MVFR
21.1%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
12.5%

Säve Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 11.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.8%
NE
10.8%
E
14.9%
SE
13.1%
S
23.8%
SW
10.1%
W
8.1%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.9°C
Range: -21°C to 23°C
-21°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 9,844 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Säve Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESGP
IATA Code: GSE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 59 ft MSL

Location

City: Göteborg
Country: SE
Latitude: 57.774700°
Longitude: 11.870400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,560 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04/22
Length: 2,858 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Säve Airport

Overview

Säve Airport is located near Göteborg, Sweden, serving as a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways. Positioned at 59 ft above mean sea level, the airport offers strategic aviation infrastructure for the Göteborg region, supporting various flight operations in western Sweden.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Säve Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 50.3% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with Marginal VFR and Instrument Flight Rules conditions occurring 39.9% of the time. The temperature range spans from -21°C to 23°C, with an average of 5.5°C, indicating potential seasonal weather extremes.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 01/19 at 3,560 feet and 04/22 at 2,858 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Winds predominantly originate from the south (180°) at an average speed of 8.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 11.5% of the time, providing relatively stable atmospheric conditions for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.5 and 4.8 knots respectively. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for flight planning. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility, supporting generally reliable approach conditions.

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.