Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport

ESTA / AGH

Ängelholm, SE

Last Updated
May 14, 22:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
22:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
3 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
6,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESTA 142220Z AUTO 14003KT 9999 OVC064/// 07/05 Q0997

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 68 ft
OVC 6,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,468 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 2 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: Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 AMD ESTA 141627Z 1416/1418 22010KT 9999 SCT025 TEMPO 1416/1418 4000 SHRA BKN012 SCT025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
STA
04
22
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 613 ft 131 ft ASP 41°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
99° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
6,381 ft 131 ft ASP 136°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESTA

11,057 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.1%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
10.2%
LIFR
8.9%

Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 9.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
4.4%
E
23%
SE
24.8%
S
13.5%
SW
5.7%
W
13.3%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.9°C
Range: -16°C to 24°C
-16°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,057 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESTA
IATA Code: AGH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 68 ft MSL

Location

City: Ängelholm
Country: SE
Latitude: 56.296101°
Longitude: 12.847100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 613 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,381 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport

Overview

Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southern Sweden, situated near the coastal region of Skåne. Positioned at 68 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 56.296101, 12.847100, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the local Ängelholm and Helsingborg areas.

Flying Conditions

Flight conditions at ESTA demonstrate diverse weather patterns, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing approximately 50.3% of the time. Wind characteristics are predominantly from the southeast at 135° with an average speed of 9 knots, and temperatures range from -15°C to 24°C, averaging 6°C. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: a shorter 613-foot runway (04/22) and a significantly longer 6,381-foot runway (14/32). Both runways exhibit favorable wind alignments, with Runway 04/22 experiencing an average crosswind of 6.9 knots and Runway 14/32 experiencing an average crosswind of 4.7 knots, indicating generally stable wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly southeastern winds when planning approaches, with calm conditions occurring only 2.1% of the time. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility, as fog is present in only 1.3% of observations. The longer Runway 14/32 provides more substantial landing options for various aircraft types.

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.