Stockholm-Bromma Airport

ESSB / BMA

Stockholm, SE

Last Updated
May 14, 12:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
12:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
14 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESSB 141250Z 14014KT 9999 BKN034 12/05 Q0996

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 47 ft
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,447 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Stockholm-Bromma Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 14 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (broken), 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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 17:00Z and 21:00Z.

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 ESSB 141130Z 1412/1421 17014KT 9999 BKN030 PROB40 1412/1417 SCT020TCU PROB40 1417/1421 SHRA BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
17:00Z PROB40
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SSB
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,472 ft 148 ft ASP 125°
13.2 kt 4.8 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 - ESSB

10,958 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.2%
MVFR
21.3%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
5.6%

Stockholm-Bromma Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.3%
NE
4.2%
E
11.3%
SE
11.7%
S
15.9%
SW
14.7%
W
16%
NW
9.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 4°C
Range: -16°C to 24°C
-16°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,958 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stockholm-Bromma Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESSB
IATA Code: BMA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 47 ft MSL

Location

City: Stockholm
Country: SE
Latitude: 59.354401°
Longitude: 17.941700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 5,472 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stockholm-Bromma Airport

Overview

Stockholm-Bromma Airport serves as an important medium-sized airport located in Sweden's capital city. Situated at 47 feet MSL and positioned at coordinates 59.354401, 17.941700, the airport provides critical aviation services for the Stockholm metropolitan area. Its single runway 12/30 stretches 5,472 feet and is asphalted, accommodating various general aviation and regional aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bromma demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 54.3% of the time. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological challenges, with marginal VFR conditions occurring 21.9% of observations and instrument flight rules 16.8% of the time. The prevailing wind from the south (180°) averages 7.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 26 knots, and calm conditions present 5.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location offers relatively stable visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of severely restricted visibility. Fog is infrequent, occurring only 2.1% of observations. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 22°C, indicating significant seasonal temperature variations that pilots must consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates consistent wind favorability, with 100% of winds aligned with the runway heading. Average crosswind remains moderate at 4.2 knots, providing predictable approach conditions. Pilots will find September through November optimal for visual flight operations, with the most stable weather patterns during these months.

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.