Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen

ENSK / SKN

Hadsel, NO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 08:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
08:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
11 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENSK 220820Z 33011KT 9999 VCSH FEW022 SCT040 08/02 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11 ft
FEW 2,200 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,211 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,011 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 11 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,200 ft, scattered at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 ENSK 220500Z 2206/2215 29009KT 9999 FEW010 BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:38Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NSK
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
3,031 ft 98 ft ASP 86°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENSK

9,966 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.9%
MVFR
17.2%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
1%

Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen typically experiences VFR conditions 78.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 9.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.3%
NE
16.8%
E
7.5%
SE
24.8%
S
9.8%
SW
7%
W
8.2%
NW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.3°C
Range: -14°C to 22°C
-14°C 22°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,966 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENSK
IATA Code: SKN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11 ft MSL

Location

City: Hadsel
Country: NO
Latitude: 68.578827°
Longitude: 15.033417°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,031 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen

Overview

Stokmarknes Airport serves the Hadsel region in Northern Norway, positioned at 68.578827, 15.033417. As a medium airport situated at 11 ft mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting regional transportation needs in this coastal Norwegian environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at 135° with an average speed of 9.1 knots, though occasional gusts up to 44 knots can occur. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 22°C, with an average of 2.8°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature variations.

Notable Features

Located in a coastal region, the airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 3,031 feet long. The geographical positioning at 68° north latitude indicates potential challenging high-latitude aviation conditions, particularly during winter months. Calm wind conditions are rare, occurring only 1.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of 6.4 knots. January, September, and October statistically offer the best VFR conditions for pilots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no reported significant fog or low visibility events.

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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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.