Felts Field

KSFF / SFF

Spokane, US

Last Updated
May 15, 00:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
00:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
12 kt
240° G20 kt
10 SM
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSFF 150053Z 24012G20KT 10SM SCT060 OVC080 16/02 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP144 T01560022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,953 ft
SCT 6,000 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,953 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,953 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Felts Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 12 knots with gusts to 20 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 01:00Z and 05:00Z.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
950 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,953 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,901 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,490 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSFF 142323Z 1500/1524 23010G20KT P6SM SCT050 BKN080 PROB30 1501/1505 -SHRA SCT030 OVC040 FM150800 23010KT P6SM SCT070 SCT200 FM151200 22008KT P6SM FEW030 SCT250 FM151700 21015G23KT P6SM SCT060 BKN110
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
08:00Z FM150800
+7h
VFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z FM151200
+11h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SFF
3W
21W
4L
22R ✈️
4R
22L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
3W/21W 6,000 ft 100 ft WATER
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
120° angle
✈️ 4L/22R
Active: 22R
4,500 ft 150 ft CON 54°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 4R/22L
Active: 22L
2,650 ft 75 ft ASP 54°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSFF

6,864 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.7%
MVFR
19.5%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
3.9%

Felts Field typically experiences VFR conditions 68.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 48.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 48.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.6%
NE
6.6%
E
5.3%
SE
1.7%
S
5.5%
SW
21.7%
W
7.5%
NW
0.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.7°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Statistics computed from 6,864 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Felts Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSFF
IATA Code: SFF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,953 ft MSL

Location

City: Spokane
Country: US
Latitude: 47.682899°
Longitude: -117.321925°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 3W/21W
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: WATER
ILS: No
Runway 4L/22R
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 4R/22L
Length: 2,650 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Felts Field

Overview

Felts Field serves the Spokane metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located in eastern Washington state. Situated at 1953 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical general aviation infrastructure for the region. Its three runways accommodate diverse aircraft operations in a strategic inland Northwest location.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Felts Field are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 63.2% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Pilots can expect significant variability, with MVFR conditions occurring 23% of the time and occasional IFR/LIFR periods. Temperature ranges from -9°C to 32°C, with a moderate average of 6.7°C, suggesting potential seasonal performance considerations for aircraft.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with varying surfaces: a water runway (3W/21W at 6000ft), a concrete runway (4L/22R at 4500ft), and an asphalt runway (4R/22L at 2650ft). Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 6.6 knots, with calm conditions observed 51.4% of the time. Wind speeds can occasionally reach up to 32 knots, requiring pilot attentiveness.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate southwest wind conditions when planning approaches, with potential crosswind components. Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, though brief periods of reduced visibility (below 3SM) and light fog can occur. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months for operations at Felts Field.

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.