Gällivare Airport

ESNG / GEV

Gällivare, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
5 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESNG 041020Z 35005KT 9999 BKN044 M06/M07 Q0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,027 ft
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,427 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESNG 040830Z 0409/0418 VRB02KT 9999 SCT012 PROB40 0409/0411 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SNG
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
5,623 ft 148 ft ASP 117°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESNG

7,554 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.3%
MVFR
13.5%
IFR
13.4%
LIFR
9.9%

Gällivare Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 23.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 9°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 7.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
1.6%
E
10.7%
SE
8.8%
S
8.6%
SW
5.3%
W
14.9%
NW
38.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -11.7°C
Range: -33°C to 9°C
-33°C 9°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

November February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,554 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gällivare Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESNG
IATA Code: GEV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,027 ft MSL

Location

City: Gällivare
Country: SE
Latitude: 67.132401°
Longitude: 20.814600°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 5,623 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gällivare Airport

Overview

Gällivare Airport serves the municipality of Gällivare in northern Sweden, located at 67.132401, 20.814600 with an elevation of 1027 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote Arctic region, supporting regional and commercial aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 62.5% of observations. Winter temperatures average -7.9°C, ranging from -31°C to 9°C, presenting challenging cold weather operations. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at 315°, with an average speed of 5.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 37 knots.

Notable Features

Situated in northern Sweden's subarctic landscape, Gällivare Airport features a single runway 12/30 measuring 5623 feet with an asphalt surface. The airport's high latitude and elevation contribute to unique meteorological conditions, with potential for rapid weather changes typical of Arctic environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a low average crosswind of 2.4 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are November, September, and December, with minimal fog occurrence (1.8%) and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute 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.