Kristianstad Airport

ESMK / KID

Kristianstad, SE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
14 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESMK 040920Z AUTO 29014KT 9999 BKN025/// 18/12 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 76 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,576 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kristianstad Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 14 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 14-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

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

Pilot Recommendations

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

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 ESMK 040827Z 0409/0418 28015KT 9999 SCT022
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMK
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
7,267 ft 148 ft ASP
2.4 kt 13.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESMK

13,373 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.6%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
8.5%

Kristianstad Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.5%
N
4.6%
S
11.4%
W
26.2%
NE
5.9%
NW
10.1%
SE
11.5%
SW
12%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -17°C to 36°C
-17°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,373 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kristianstad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESMK
IATA Code: KID
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 76 ft MSL

Location

City: Kristianstad
Country: SE
Latitude: 55.921700°
Longitude: 14.085500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,267 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kristianstad Airport

Overview

Kristianstad Airport serves the southeastern region of Sweden, situated at 55.921700N, 14.085500E with an elevation of 76 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides regional aviation services in the Skåne County area, offering critical transportation infrastructure for the local community and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Kristianstad Airport demonstrates significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 48.4% of the time. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological challenges, including Marginal VFR (28.1%) and Instrument Flight Rules (12.1%) conditions, particularly during winter months. The prevailing westerly winds average 7.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots and a 5.2% occurrence of calm conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) measuring 7,267 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 25°C create diverse operating environments, with average temperatures around 5.9°C. Visibility consistently remains favorable, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of 5.2 knots. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during September, October, and November. The airport's moderate elevation and predictable wind patterns contribute to relatively straightforward approach and landing operations.

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.