Orlando Sanford International Airport

KSFB / SFB

Orlando, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
05:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
190°
5 SM
Visibility
9,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSFB 050553Z AUTO 19006KT 5SM BR BKN095 25/24 A3002 RMK AO2 SLP163 60004 T02500244 10250 20233 50002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 55 ft
BKN 9,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,555 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Orlando Sanford International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,500 feet and 5 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (55 ft)
Pressure Alt
-58 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,155 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSFB 050259Z 0503/0524 VRB04KT P6SM FEW035 BKN120 BKN250 TEMPO 0503/0506 6SM HZ FM051600 23007KT P6SM VCSH SCT030 SCT160 SCT250 FM051800 20007KT P6SM VCTS SCT050CB SCT100 SCT250 FM052300 VRB05KT P6SM VCSH FEW035 FEW060 SCT160
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
16:00Z FM051600
+11h
VFR 230° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SFB
09L
27R
09C
27C
09R
27L
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09C/27C 3,578 ft 75 ft ASP 90°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
09L/27R 9,600 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
09R/27L 3,500 ft 75 ft ASP 89°
1.1 kt 5.9 kt
101° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
6,003 ft 150 ft PEM 180°
5.9 kt 1.0 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 - KSFB

8,013 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.6%
MVFR
8.6%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
2.3%

Orlando Sanford International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, November, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 12.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.4%
N
17.7%
S
7.9%
W
12.4%
NE
11.3%
NW
11.5%
SE
7.1%
SW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.2°C
Range: -5°C to 36°C
-5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

July November June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 09C/27C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,013 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Orlando Sanford International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSFB
IATA Code: SFB
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 55 ft MSL

Location

City: Orlando
Country: US
Latitude: 28.777599°
Longitude: -81.237503°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09C/27C
Length: 3,578 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 9,600 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,003 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Orlando Sanford International Airport

Overview

Orlando Sanford International Airport serves the greater Orlando metropolitan area, located in Sanford, Florida. As a large airport with four runways, KSFB provides critical aviation infrastructure supporting regional and commercial operations. The airport sits at a low elevation of 55 feet above mean sea level, characteristic of central Florida's terrain.

Flying Conditions

Central Florida's climate produces variable weather conditions that pilots must anticipate, with potential for rapid thunderstorm development during summer months. The airport's multiple runways (three asphalt and one Portland Emerging Method surface) offer operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Low elevation and proximity to coastal regions can result in significant visibility and wind variations.

Notable Features

The airport features four distinct runways with significant length variations, ranging from 3500 to 9600 feet. The longest runway (09L/27R at 9600 feet) provides substantial operational capacity for larger aircraft. Multiple runway configurations enable efficient air traffic management and support diverse aviation needs in the Orlando region.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests predominant winds from east-west and north-south directions, with 09L/27R being the primary long runway for most operations. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind scenarios given the multiple runway alignments. The substantial runway lengths, particularly the 9600-foot primary runway, accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements.

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.