Esbjerg Airport

EKEB / EBJ

Esbjerg, DK

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
11:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
10 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
3,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKEB 041120Z AUTO 24010KT 9999 FEW018/// FEW024/// BKN039/// 17/13 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 97 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
BKN 3,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,897 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,497 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,997 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Esbjerg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 10 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain.

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 EKEB 040827Z 0409/0418 28010KT 9999 SCT022 BECMG 0416/0418 RA BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Rain

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°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - EKEB

13,345 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.8%
MVFR
23.4%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
10.8%

Esbjerg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
19%
N
3.8%
S
22.3%
W
15.6%
NE
4.9%
NW
7.7%
SE
13%
SW
13.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -15°C to 31°C
-15°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

July September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 13,345 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.