Visby Airport

ESSV / VBY

Visby, SE

Last Updated
May 14, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
17 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESSV 141320Z 16017KT 9999 SCT030 12/05 Q0997

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 164 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,164 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Visby Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 17 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 16:00Z.

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 ESSV 141130Z 1412/1421 19012G22KT 9999 SCT010 BKN020 TEMPO 1413/1416 SHRA BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:30Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SSV
03
21 ✈️
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 21°
10.9 kt 13.0 kt
50° angle
10/28 3,611 ft 131 ft GRS 101°
8.8 kt 14.6 kt
59° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESSV

11,014 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.5%
MVFR
21.3%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
5.5%

Visby Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.8%
NE
6.7%
E
15.9%
SE
11.8%
S
18.4%
SW
18.5%
W
11.9%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.8°C
Range: -14°C to 22°C
-14°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,014 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Visby Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESSV
IATA Code: VBY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 164 ft MSL

Location

City: Visby
Country: SE
Latitude: 57.662800°
Longitude: 18.346201°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 3,611 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Visby Airport

Overview

Visby Airport serves the island of Gotland in southeastern Sweden, providing essential regional air connectivity. Located at an elevation of 164 feet MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with two runways accommodating diverse aviation needs. Its strategic position makes it a critical transportation hub for the island's maritime region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Visby Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 57.7% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 10.4 knots, with temperature ranges from -10°C to 22°C. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, with minimal fog occurrence (1.4%) and typically excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with different surface compositions: Runway 03/21 is asphalted and 6,562 feet long, while Runway 10/28 is grass-surfaced and 3,611 feet in length. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6-7.3 knots. The island's coastal location likely influences local wind and weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, pilots should anticipate approaches primarily to Runways 03 and 28. Both runways offer consistent wind alignment, minimizing challenging crosswind scenarios. The broad range of flight conditions—from VFR (57.7%) to Marginal VFR (25%)—suggests pilots should maintain flexible approach planning and be prepared for potential weather transitions.

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.