Skiathos Island National Airport

LGSK / JSI

Skiathos, GR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 12:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
12:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
8 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGSK 041250Z 02008KT 9999 FEW020 29/22 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 54 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,054 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Skiathos Island National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 8 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 LGSK 041100Z 0412/0421 35018KT 9999 FEW025 PROB40 TEMPO 0412/0418 5000 SHRA FEW018TCU SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSK
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
5,341 ft 98 ft ASP 19°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGSK

5,131 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0%

Skiathos Island National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 31°C with an average of 19.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 10.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
1%
N
35.5%
S
12.6%
W
1.6%
NE
16.5%
NW
13.1%
SE
1.9%
SW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.7°C
Range: 4°C to 31°C
4°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,131 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Skiathos Island National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGSK
IATA Code: JSI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 54 ft MSL

Location

City: Skiathos
Country: GR
Latitude: 39.177101°
Longitude: 23.503700°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,341 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Skiathos Island National Airport

Overview

Skiathos Island National Airport serves the Sporades island group in Greece, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this Aegean maritime region. Located at 39.177101, 23.503700 with an elevation of 54 feet MSL, the airport supports regional and tourism-related air traffic with its 5,341-foot asphalt runway designated 01/19.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LGSK are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 86.1% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing northerly winds average 6.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots, and 19.7% of observations showing calm conditions. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 29°C, with a comfortable average of 19°C, supporting consistent flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) experiences highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging just 2.8 knots. The island's coastal location and moderate elevation suggest potential for thermal and maritime wind interactions that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR months are September, October, and November, offering the most stable flying conditions. With consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles) and negligible fog occurrences, pilots can expect reliable visual reference during approaches. The runway's orientation and wind characteristics generally support straightforward landing and takeoff procedures.

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.