Santa Fe Municipal Airport

KSAF / SAF

Santa Fe, US

Last Updated
May 15, 09:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
09:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -12°C
6 kt
360°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSAF 150953Z AUTO 36006KT 10SM CLR 11/M12 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP074 T01111122

Weather Briefing

VFR

Santa Fe Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 6 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of -12°C, indicating very dry 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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
805 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,348 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,236 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,280 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSAF 150520Z 1506/1606 34007KT P6SM SKC FM151700 24010G20KT P6SM FEW130 FM160200 33006KT P6SM FEW130
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM151700
+7h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAF
02
20
10
28
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 8,342 ft 150 ft ASP 35°
4.9 kt 3.4 kt
35° angle
10/28 6,300 ft 75 ft ASP 111°
2.2 kt 5.6 kt
111° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
6,307 ft 150 ft ASP 166°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSAF

6,048 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.6%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
1.2%

Santa Fe Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 8.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
33.2%
NE
3.4%
E
3.6%
SE
10.4%
S
7.6%
SW
12.7%
W
13.5%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.7°C
Range: -12°C to 31°C
-12°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.4%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

March April February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,048 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Santa Fe Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAF
IATA Code: SAF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,348 ft MSL

Location

City: Santa Fe
Country: US
Latitude: 35.617100°
Longitude: -106.088997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,342 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 6,300 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 6,307 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Santa Fe Municipal Airport

Overview

Santa Fe Municipal Airport serves as a critical aviation facility in north-central New Mexico, situated at a high elevation of 6,348 feet MSL. The airport provides three substantial runways ranging from 6,300 to 8,342 feet, accommodating various aircraft types and operational requirements in the Santa Fe region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KSAF demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 91% of observed periods supporting visual flight rules. Temperature variations span from -10°C to 30°C, with an average of 8.1°C, while wind patterns are characterized by northern prevailing directions at an average of 8.1 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during December, September, and November.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 6,348 feet presents significant performance considerations for aircraft operations, particularly during temperature extremes. All three runways are asphalt-surfaced, offering consistent surface conditions, with runway lengths providing flexibility for different aircraft categories. The geographic location presents potential terrain interaction and altitude-related performance challenges.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates consistently favorable alignment across all runways, with minimal crosswind components averaging between 4.3 and 6.2 knots. Runway 02/20 offers the longest surface at 8,342 feet, providing optimal landing and takeoff capabilities. Pilots should anticipate relatively stable wind conditions with a 9% likelihood of calm periods.

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
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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.