Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka

ENST / SSJ

Alstahaug, NO

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
9 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
4,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
995 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENST 141220Z AUTO 03009KT 9999 BKN042/// OVC076/// 11/04 Q0995 RMK WIND 0300FT 03009KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
BKN 4,200 ft AGL
OVC 7,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,256 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,656 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 9 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4200 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 14:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

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.

QNH
995 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
604 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 137 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENST 141100Z 1412/1421 03012KT 9999 -RA FEW040 BKN055 PROB30 TEMPO 1414/1418 08015G25KT PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1415 RA BECMG 1418/1420 17005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,500 ft
Light Rain
14:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
VFR 80° 15 kt
18:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 170° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NST
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
4,619 ft 98 ft ASP 25°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENST

10,791 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.5%
MVFR
17.8%
IFR
3.2%
LIFR
1.5%

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka typically experiences VFR conditions 77.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 4.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
17.4%
E
18.1%
SE
5.2%
S
31.9%
SW
10.7%
W
5%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -11°C to 23°C
-11°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 10,791 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENST
IATA Code: SSJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Alstahaug
Country: NO
Latitude: 65.956802°
Longitude: 12.468900°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,619 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka

Overview

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka serves the Alstahaug region in northern Norway, providing essential air transportation for the local community. Located at 65.956802, 12.468900 and elevated at 56 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport connects the coastal area with broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 16.2% of flights. Winds are typically from the south (180°) at an average of 9.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 36 knots and calm periods at 6.7%. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 23°C, with an average of 4.7°C, indicating significant seasonal variation.

Notable Features

The single runway 02/20 is 4,619 feet long with an asphalt surface, providing adequate length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing weather conditions, with wind patterns and visibility being critical factors for safe operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.4 knots. January, September, and October represent the best months for VFR flying, offering the most consistent meteorological conditions for pilots approaching 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.