Örnsköldsvik Airport

ESNO / OER

Örnsköldsvik, SE

Last Updated
Aug 11, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
17:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
14 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESNO 111750Z AUTO 30014KT 9999 SCT061/// 14/06 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 354 ft
SCT 6,100 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,454 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Örnsköldsvik Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 14 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 ESNO 111130Z 1112/1115 33014KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 14 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SNO
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
6,607 ft 148 ft ASP 122°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESNO

15,128 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68%
MVFR
8.3%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
14.5%

Örnsköldsvik Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 23.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.5%
N
12.8%
S
17.1%
W
18.1%
NE
5.7%
NW
23.1%
SE
6.9%
SW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.8°C
Range: -28°C to 28°C
-28°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

July April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 15,128 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Örnsköldsvik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESNO
IATA Code: OER
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 354 ft MSL

Location

City: Örnsköldsvik
Country: SE
Latitude: 63.408298°
Longitude: 18.990000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,607 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Örnsköldsvik Airport

Overview

Örnsköldsvik Airport (ESNO) serves the mid-northern region of Sweden, located at 63.408298, 18.990000 with an elevation of 354 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Örnsköldsvik municipal area, supporting regional transportation and connectivity in this part of Västernorrland County.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at ESNO demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules changing frequently: 52.4% VFR, 11.7% MVFR, 13.5% IFR, and 22.3% LIFR conditions. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -26°C to 20°C, with an average of 1.2°C, and predominantly northwest winds at 7.8 knots, occasionally gusting to 33 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) measuring 6,607 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Its geographic position at 63° north introduces challenging northern latitude weather patterns, with significant seasonal light and temperature variations that pilots must carefully consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 4.3 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, providing optimal visual flying conditions for pilots approaching or departing 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

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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.