Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik

ENCN / KRS

Kjevik, NO

Last Updated
May 14, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
10 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENCN 141520Z 19010KT 9999 VCSH FEW037 10/05 Q0987

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 57 ft
FEW 3,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,757 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 10 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 ENCN 141400Z 1415/1424 20008KT 9999 -SHRA FEW010 BKN030 TEMPO 1415/1424 4000 SHRA BKN014 FEW020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NCN
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
6,660 ft 148 ft ASP 35°
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 - ENCN

11,118 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.7%
MVFR
24.5%
IFR
13%
LIFR
6.8%

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
40.1%
E
13.7%
SE
3.4%
S
12.8%
SW
12.3%
W
6.4%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.5°C
Range: -15°C to 22°C
-15°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,118 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENCN
IATA Code: KRS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 57 ft MSL

Location

City: Kjevik
Country: NO
Latitude: 58.204201°
Longitude: 8.085370°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,660 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik

Overview

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik serves as a medium-sized airport located in southern Norway, situated near the city of Kristiansand at an elevation of 57 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations in the coastal region, positioned strategically with coordinates 58.204201, 8.085370.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kjevik are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 57% of observations in VFR conditions and an additional 24.3% in marginal VFR. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 8.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 29 knots. The temperature range spans from -15°C to 20°C, with an average of 5.6°C.

Notable Features

The single runway 03/21 is 6,660 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering good operational flexibility. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for this runway, with an average crosswind component of only 3.7 knots. The region experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present in only 4.1% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, providing optimal approach conditions. The runway alignment and prevailing winds create predictable approach characteristics, with minimal wind-related complications. Pilots can expect generally good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare occurrences of visibility below 3 miles.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.