Luleå Airport

ESPA / LLA

Luleå, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
17:20Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
0 kt
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESPA 041720Z 00000KT CAVOK M05/M06 Q1007

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESPA 041730Z 0418/0424 34009KT CAVOK PROB40 0418/0424 2500 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 9 kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z PROB40
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SPA
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 10,990 ft 148 ft ASP 137°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
137° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESPA

7,866 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
17.3%
LIFR
11%

Luleå Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 28.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 20°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 6%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.8%
NE
1.8%
E
3.2%
SE
8.6%
S
21%
SW
7.3%
W
7.4%
NW
22.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.1°C
Range: -31°C to 20°C
-31°C 20°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,866 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Luleå Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESPA
IATA Code: LLA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 65 ft MSL

Location

City: Luleå
Country: SE
Latitude: 65.543800°
Longitude: 22.122000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 10,990 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Luleå Airport

Overview

Luleå Airport serves the northern Swedish city of Luleå, situated at 65.5438°N, 22.1220°E with an elevation of 65 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport in a subarctic region, it supports regional and commercial aviation in Sweden's northernmost county, Norrbotten.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 61.4% of the time. Temperature ranges dramatically from -29°C to 20°C, with an average of -2°C, presenting potential challenges for winter operations. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 7.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots.

Notable Features

Runway 14/32 is a substantial 10,990-foot asphalt surface accommodating a wide range of aircraft. The airport demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with wind alignment at 100% for the primary runway and an average crosswind of only 3.3 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying conditions suggest September through December offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential IFR conditions, which occur in approximately 27.6% of observations, with fog present in 6.5% of reports. The predictable northerly winds and long runway provide flexible approach and departure options.

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.