Esbjerg Airport

EKEB / EBJ

Esbjerg, DK

Last Updated
May 14, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKEB 142250Z AUTO 20006KT 9999 BKN019/// BKN043/// BKN065/// 07/05 Q0995

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 97 ft
BKN 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
BKN 6,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,997 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,397 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,597 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Esbjerg Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 4 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EKEB 141727Z 1418/1422 24014KT 9999 BKN025 TEMPO 1418/1422 4000 SHRA BKN012 SCT025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KEB
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
8,527 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKEB

11,024 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.8%
MVFR
23.4%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
12.5%

Esbjerg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
5.8%
E
21.9%
SE
13.7%
S
22.4%
SW
11%
W
13.7%
NW
6.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -15°C to 21°C
-15°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,024 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Esbjerg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKEB
IATA Code: EBJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 97 ft MSL

Location

City: Esbjerg
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.525902°
Longitude: 8.553400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,527 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Esbjerg Airport

Overview

Esbjerg Airport serves the southwestern Danish city of Esbjerg, providing regional air transportation at an elevation of 97 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 55.525902, 8.553400, this medium-sized airport supports various aviation operations in the coastal region of Jutland, Denmark.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Esbjerg Airport demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions prevailing 53.5% of the time and marginal conditions present 24% of observations. Pilots should expect moderate wind conditions with a southerly prevailing direction at an average of 9.8 knots, and temperatures ranging from -15°C to 21°C, with an average of 6.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 8,527 feet in length, which provides excellent wind alignment with 100% favorable wind coverage. Situated near the North Sea coast, the airport's geographic location influences its wind patterns and meteorological characteristics, with winds predominantly from the south at 180 degrees.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 presents favorable wind conditions with an average crosswind of 6.2 knots, making it consistently accessible for most aircraft operations. Pilots should note the best VFR months are September, October, and November, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (2.8% of observations).

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.