Shreveport Regional Airport

KSHV / SHV

Shreveport, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
21:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
5 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSHV 042156Z 16005KT 10SM SCT060 SCT190 35/22 A2995 RMK CB DSNT NW SLPNO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 258 ft
SCT 6,000 ft AGL
SCT 19,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,258 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
19,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
19,258 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Shreveport Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 5 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,000 ft, scattered at 19,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (258 ft)
Pressure Alt
236 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,698 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSHV 041751Z 0418/0518 28004KT P6SM SCT040 BKN060 FM042100 VRB04KT P6SM VCTS BKN040CB BKN060 FM050100 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 FM051200 26004KT P6SM VCTS BKN035CB FM051600 28004KT P6SM SCT030 BKN040 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
01:00Z FM050100
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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 6,202 ft 150 ft ASP 60°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
100° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,351 ft 200 ft ASP 143°
4.7 kt 1.7 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 - 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
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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.