Växjö Kronoberg Airport

ESMX / VXO

Växjö, SE

Last Updated
Apr 20, 00:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
00:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
10 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESMX 200020Z AUTO 04010KT 020V080 9999 NCD 02/01 Q1023

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 10 knots. Runway 01/19 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 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 3 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 ESMX 191430Z 1915/1918 07012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMX
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
6,900 ft 148 ft ASP 13°
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 - ESMX

9,984 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.7%
MVFR
23%
IFR
15.3%
LIFR
18%

Växjö Kronoberg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.4%
NE
8.7%
E
11.2%
SE
5.1%
S
34.6%
SW
9.7%
W
10.4%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.4°C
Range: -21°C to 23°C
-21°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,984 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Växjö Kronoberg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESMX
IATA Code: VXO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 610 ft MSL

Location

City: Växjö
Country: SE
Latitude: 56.929100°
Longitude: 14.728000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,900 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Växjö Kronoberg Airport

Overview

Växjö Kronoberg Airport serves the Småland region in southeastern Sweden, providing critical aviation infrastructure for central Kronoberg County. Located at 56.929100, 14.728000 with an elevation of 610 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and general aviation needs in the area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect diverse weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 36.9% of the time and instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) occurring in 40.5% of observations. Temperature ranges significantly from -16°C to 23°C, with an average of 4.7°C, indicating potential seasonal challenges for flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 spans 6,900 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing capacity for various aircraft types. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south (180°) at an average speed of 6.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots and calm conditions occurring 4.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a modest average crosswind of 3.3 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, providing more predictable flying conditions for pilots operating at this 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

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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.