Minister Pistarini International Airport

SAEZ / EZE

Buenos Aires (Ezeiza), AR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
2 kt
230°
3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1028 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SAEZ 040800Z 23002KT 3000 BR NSC M03/M04 Q1028 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

IFR

Minister Pistarini International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with clear skies and 3 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -3°C (27°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Mist, Shallow Fog, Mist. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Shallow Fog, Mist between 07:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1028 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1026 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (67 ft)
Pressure Alt
-376 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,520 ft
ISA Deviation: -17.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SAEZ 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT 5000 BR NSC TX10/0418Z TNM03/0407Z PROB40 0407/0412 2000 MIFG BR SCT015 BECMG 0411/0413 05005KT 9999 NSW SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Mist
11:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 50° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AEZ
11
29 ✈️
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
10,827 ft 197 ft ASP 102°
1.0 kt 1.7 kt
60° angle
17/35 10,187 ft 148 ft ASP 164°
0.8 kt 1.8 kt
66° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SAEZ

8,043 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.9%
MVFR
14.7%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
9.1%

Minister Pistarini International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 136 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 19.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 136 kt
Calm Winds: 4.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.4%
N
8.3%
S
14.2%
W
11.5%
NE
12.8%
NW
7.1%
SE
13.2%
SW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.3°C
Range: -2°C to 40°C
-2°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 19.8%

Best Months for VFR

January February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,043 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Minister Pistarini International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAEZ
IATA Code: EZE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 67 ft MSL

Location

City: Buenos Aires (Ezeiza)
Country: AR
Latitude: -34.822200°
Longitude: -58.535800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 10,187 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Minister Pistarini International Airport

Overview

Minister Pistarini International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Buenos Aires, Argentina, located in Ezeiza, approximately 35 kilometers southwest of the city center. As a large airport with significant elevation at 67 ft MSL, it handles major international and intercontinental passenger and cargo traffic for the Buenos Aires metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Buenos Aires experiences variable weather conditions typical of a temperate climate, with potential for significant wind shifts across the two substantial runways. The airport's two asphalt runways (11/29 at 10,827 ft and 17/35 at 10,187 ft) provide excellent operational flexibility for aircraft handling diverse meteorological scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning at -34.822200, -58.535800 places it in a relatively flat region surrounding Buenos Aires, which minimizes significant terrain challenges for approach and departure. With two long runways exceeding 10,000 feet, the airport can accommodate wide-body aircraft and provide substantial operational resilience during varying weather conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 and 17/35 offer complementary operational capabilities, allowing pilots to select the most appropriate surface based on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths provide ample landing and takeoff margins for heavy commercial aircraft, with options to adjust approach strategies based on current meteorological parameters.

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.