Jönköping Airport

ESGJ / JKG

Jönköping, SE

Last Updated
May 15, 15:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
10 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
8,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESGJ 151550Z AUTO 13010KT 9999 FEW045/// SCT063/// BKN088/// 13/03 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 741 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
SCT 6,300 ft AGL
BKN 8,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,241 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,041 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,541 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jönköping Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 10 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SGJ
01
19
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 7,228 ft 148 ft ASP 18°
3.7 kt 9.3 kt
112° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
1,969 ft 82 ft GRE 114°
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 - ESGJ

11,028 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
47.6%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
17.4%
LIFR
12.2%

Jönköping Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 6.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.4%
N
5.9%
S
20.7%
W
10.1%
NE
7.8%
NW
7%
SE
9.5%
SW
21%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.1°C
Range: -22°C to 23°C
-22°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,028 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jönköping Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESGJ
IATA Code: JKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 741 ft MSL

Location

City: Jönköping
Country: SE
Latitude: 57.757599°
Longitude: 14.068700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,228 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 1,969 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Jönköping Airport

Overview

Jönköping Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Sweden, positioned at 57.757599, 14.068700. The airport offers two runways with significant length variations: the primary runway 01/19 spans 7,228 feet of asphalt surface, while the secondary runway 11/29 provides 1,969 feet of gravel surface. Situated at an elevation of 741 feet mean sea level, the airport supports regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Jönköping Airport demonstrate considerable variability, with flight rules spanning VFR (37%), MVFR (24.6%), IFR (21.4%), and LIFR (17%) conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at 180 degrees, averaging 8 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges extensively from -19°C to 22°C, with an average of 3.8°C, indicating significant seasonal temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways experiencing 100% favorable wind alignments. Runway 01/19 experiences an average crosswind of 4.5 knots, while runway 11/29 has a slightly higher average crosswind of 5.9 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Jönköping Airport. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds and be prepared for potential temperature-related performance considerations. The airport's extensive primary runway (01/19) offers substantial landing and takeoff capabilities, while the secondary runway provides additional operational flexibility.

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.