Sacramento Executive Airport

KSAC / SAC

Sacramento, US

Last Updated
May 15, 06:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
06:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSAC 150653Z AUTO 14005KT 10SM CLR 16/10 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP131 T01610100

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sacramento Executive Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
32 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 158 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSAC 150520Z 1506/1606 19008KT P6SM SKC FM150900 VRB05KT P6SM SKC FM151800 31008KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM150900
+2h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM151800
+11h
VFR 310° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAC
02
20
12 ✈️
30
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 5,503 ft 150 ft ASP 33°
1.5 kt 4.8 kt
107° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
3,836 ft 100 ft ASP 133°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
16/34 3,485 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
3.9 kt 3.1 kt
39° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSAC

7,400 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
6.2%

Sacramento Executive Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 37.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 37.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
1.3%
E
3.8%
SE
12.9%
S
13.8%
SW
9.5%
W
4.6%
NW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.7°C
Range: 1°C to 37°C
1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.3%
Fog Frequency: 8.8%

Best Months for VFR

September March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,400 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sacramento Executive Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAC
IATA Code: SAC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Sacramento
Country: US
Latitude: 38.512501°
Longitude: -121.492996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,503 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 3,836 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,485 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sacramento Executive Airport

Overview

Sacramento Executive Airport serves the Sacramento metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 24 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 38.512501, -121.492996, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. It features three asphalt runways supporting various aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Sacramento Executive demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 62.3% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southeastern winds averaging 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of observations. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 37°C, with September, October, and January presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer multiple operational configurations with lengths ranging from 3,485 to 5,503 feet. All three runways exhibit 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 2.5 and 3.4 knots. Visibility averages 8.1 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 11.5% of observations experiencing fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the predominant southeastern wind pattern at 135 degrees. Runway 02/20, the longest at 5,503 feet, provides the most extensive landing surface. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 7% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and 14.5% of reports indicating Instrument Flight Rules conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.