Shreveport Regional Airport

KSHV / SHV

Shreveport, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 00:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
00:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
12 kt
50° G18 kt
6 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSHV 050056Z 05012G18KT 6SM -TSRA BKN050CB BKN140 BKN200 26/22 A3000 RMK FRQ LTGICCCCG OHD AND NW-NE-E RAB25 TSB07 TS OHD AND NW-NE-E MOV S SLPNO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 258 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 14,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,258 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,258 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,258 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Shreveport Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 12 knots with gusts to 18 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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.

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (258 ft)
Pressure Alt
176 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,558 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSHV 050014Z 0500/0524 VRB04KT P6SM VCTS BKN040CB BKN060 TEMPO 0500/0503 VRB20G40KT 4SM TSRA BKN025CB FM050300 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 FM051200 26004KT P6SM VCTS BKN035CB FM051600 28004KT P6SM SCT030 BKN040 BKN250 FM051800 24006KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+2h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z FM051200
+11h
MVFR 260° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SHV
06 ✈️
24
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,202 ft 150 ft ASP 60°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
14/32 8,351 ft 200 ft ASP 143°
0.6 kt 12.0 kt
93° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSHV

7,927 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.5%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
2.4%

Shreveport Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 103 knots. Calm conditions occur 15% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 103 kt
Calm Winds: 15%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.7%
N
11.4%
S
29.9%
W
3.6%
NE
6.5%
NW
5.7%
SE
12%
SW
8.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 19°C
Range: -8°C to 36°C
-8°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

July September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,927 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shreveport Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSHV
IATA Code: SHV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 258 ft MSL

Location

City: Shreveport
Country: US
Latitude: 32.446602°
Longitude: -93.825600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,202 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,351 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Shreveport Regional Airport

Overview

Shreveport Regional Airport serves the northwestern Louisiana region as a medium-sized airport situated at 258 feet above mean sea level. Located in Shreveport with coordinates 32.446602, -93.825600, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, private, and potentially military operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at 73.2% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 14.9% of observations. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -4°C to 36°C, with an average of 17.6°C. Wind conditions are typically from the south at an average of 7 knots, with calm periods occurring 20.7% of the time and occasional strong gusts up to 56 knots.

Notable Features

Both runways (06/24 and 14/32) are paved with asphaltic surfaces, offering substantial length at 6,202 feet and 8,351 feet respectively. The longer 14/32 runway provides extended operational flexibility. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility, including fog occurring in 1.9% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months with optimal weather conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components (4.9 knots for 06/24 and 4.2 knots for 14/32). Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds when planning approaches and departures.

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.