Sitia Airport

LGST / JSH

Crete Island, GR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:20Z

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Currently using: LGIR
Weather Source: Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (LGIR)
Distance: 46nm / 85km from LGST

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
00:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGIR 230020Z 18007KT 9999 FEW020 14/12 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 376 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,376 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sitia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 09:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (376 ft)
Pressure Alt
444 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 414 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LGIR 222300Z 2300/2324 18010KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 2307/2309 35015KT BKN020 PROB40 TEMPO 2309/2324 5000 RA FEW018TCU BKN020 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
07:00Z BECMG
+7h
MVFR 350° 15 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
09:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GST
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
6,804 ft 148 ft ASP 50°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sitia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGST
IATA Code: JSH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 376 ft MSL

Location

City: Crete Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 35.216099°
Longitude: 26.101299°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,804 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sitia Airport

Overview

Sitia Airport serves the eastern region of Crete Island, providing critical transportation infrastructure for the local area. Located at coordinates 35.216099, 26.101299, this medium-sized airport supports regional and seasonal air traffic with its single runway configuration.

Flying Conditions

Being situated on Crete Island, Sitia Airport experiences Mediterranean climate conditions with potential wind variations typical of coastal environments. The airport's elevation of 376 ft MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude terrain that may influence local wind patterns and approach characteristics.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 6,804 feet with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic position on Crete's eastern coastline suggests potential exposure to maritime wind influences and potential thermal dynamics during daytime operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23's substantial length of 6,804 feet provides flexibility for various aircraft types and approach scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the airport's coastal location, and carefully evaluate wind directions relative to the runway's 05/23 orientation during planning and approach phases.

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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Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.