Skiathos Island National Airport

LGSK / JSI

Skiathos, GR

Last Updated
May 14, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGSK 141850Z VRB02KT CAVOK 17/14 Q1005

Weather Briefing

VFR

Skiathos Island National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

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

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.

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 LGSK 142300Z 1500/1509 VRB05KT 9999 FEW025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSK
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,341 ft 98 ft ASP 19° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGSK

3,615 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.3%
MVFR
13.1%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0%

Skiathos Island National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.9% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 29°C with an average of 17.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 11.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
31.5%
NE
15.7%
E
1.1%
SE
2%
S
14.9%
SW
5.4%
W
2%
NW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.6°C
Range: 4°C to 29°C
4°C 29°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,615 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Skiathos Island National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGSK
IATA Code: JSI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 54 ft MSL

Location

City: Skiathos
Country: GR
Latitude: 39.177101°
Longitude: 23.503700°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,341 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Skiathos Island National Airport

Overview

Skiathos Island National Airport serves the Sporades island group in Greece, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this Aegean maritime region. Located at 39.177101, 23.503700 with an elevation of 54 feet MSL, the airport supports regional and tourism-related air traffic with its 5,341-foot asphalt runway designated 01/19.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LGSK are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 86.1% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing northerly winds average 6.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots, and 19.7% of observations showing calm conditions. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 29°C, with a comfortable average of 19°C, supporting consistent flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) experiences highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging just 2.8 knots. The island's coastal location and moderate elevation suggest potential for thermal and maritime wind interactions that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR months are September, October, and November, offering the most stable flying conditions. With consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles) and negligible fog occurrences, pilots can expect reliable visual reference during approaches. The runway's orientation and wind characteristics generally support straightforward landing and takeoff procedures.

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.