Leknes Airport

ENLK / LKN

Leknes, NO

Last Updated
Aug 11, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
4 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENLK 111520Z 25004KT 210V310 9999 VCSH FEW008 SCT012 BKN027 11/10 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 78 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
878 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,278 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,778 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Leknes Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 8 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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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Raw TAF
TAF ENLK 111400Z 1115/1123 25006KT 9999 FEW005 SCT015 BKN030 TEMPO 1115/1123 BKN015 FEW020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NLK
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
2,881 ft 98 ft ASP 24°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENLK

14,307 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.1%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
2.1%

Leknes Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 53 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are August, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 53 kt
Calm Winds: 11.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
9%
N
6.5%
S
24.5%
W
7.9%
NE
12.3%
NW
9.5%
SE
9.9%
SW
9.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -14°C to 24°C
-14°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

August January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 14,307 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Leknes Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENLK
IATA Code: LKN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 78 ft MSL

Location

City: Leknes
Country: NO
Latitude: 68.152496°
Longitude: 13.609400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,881 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Leknes Airport

Overview

Leknes Airport serves the Lofoten archipelago in northern Norway, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this remote region. Located at 68.152496, 13.609400 with an elevation of 78 ft MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations in a challenging maritime environment.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 75.4% of observations supporting VFR flight. Winter temperatures range from -14°C to 21°C, with an average of 3.4°C, presenting potential cold weather operational considerations. Prevailing southerly winds at an average of 8.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 53 knots, characterize the airport's wind profile.

Notable Features

Situated in the Lofoten archipelago, Leknes Airport is surrounded by complex maritime terrain typical of Norway's coastal regions. The single runway (03/21) is 2,881 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating regional and medium-sized aircraft operations. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for the runway orientation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 experiences an average crosswind of 5.7 knots, which is generally manageable for most aircraft. Pilots should note the best VFR months are January, September, and November, with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The airport's low fog frequency (0.5%) and high VFR percentage suggest 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.