Växjö Kronoberg Airport

ESMX / VXO

Växjö, SE

Last Updated
May 14, 15:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
9 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
7,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESMX 141550Z AUTO 17009KT 100V210 9999 FEW034/// SCT053/// OVC078/// 12/05 Q0994

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 610 ft
FEW 3,400 ft AGL
SCT 5,300 ft AGL
OVC 7,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,010 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,910 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,410 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Växjö Kronoberg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 9 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7800 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 2 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 14:00Z.

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 ESMX 141130Z 1412/1414 18012G22KT 9999 SCT015 BKN025 TEMPO 1412/1414 SHRA SCT050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:01Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMX
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
6,900 ft 148 ft ASP 13°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESMX

11,184 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.5%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
14.2%
LIFR
16.1%

Växjö Kronoberg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.1%
NE
8.7%
E
10.4%
SE
4.7%
S
32.5%
SW
9.6%
W
11.2%
NW
5.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 4°C
Range: -21°C to 25°C
-21°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,184 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Växjö Kronoberg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESMX
IATA Code: VXO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 610 ft MSL

Location

City: Växjö
Country: SE
Latitude: 56.929100°
Longitude: 14.728000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,900 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Växjö Kronoberg Airport

Overview

Växjö Kronoberg Airport serves the Småland region in southeastern Sweden, providing critical aviation infrastructure for central Kronoberg County. Located at 56.929100, 14.728000 with an elevation of 610 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and general aviation needs in the area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect diverse weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 36.9% of the time and instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) occurring in 40.5% of observations. Temperature ranges significantly from -16°C to 23°C, with an average of 4.7°C, indicating potential seasonal challenges for flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 spans 6,900 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing capacity for various aircraft types. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south (180°) at an average speed of 6.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots and calm conditions occurring 4.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a modest average crosswind of 3.3 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, providing more predictable flying conditions for pilots operating at this 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.