New York Stewart International Airport

KSWF / SWF

Newburgh, US

Last Updated
May 15, 01:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
01:45Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
300°
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSWF 150145Z 30008KT 10SM BKN050 12/06 A2977

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 491 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,491 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

New York Stewart International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSWF 142327Z 1500/1606 34011KT P6SM BKN050 OVC070 FM150200 VRB04KT P6SM FEW020 BKN040 FM150900 32005KT P6SM SCT025 BKN035 FM151500 33008KT P6SM FEW025 BKN040 FM151700 35010G16KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050 FM152300 36007KT P6SM FEW025 BKN050 FM160300 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 AMD NOT SKED
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
09:00Z FM150900
+7h
VFR 320° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SWF
09
27
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 11,818 ft 150 ft ASP 78°
5.9 kt 5.4 kt
138° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
6,006 ft 150 ft ASP 149°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSWF

5,503 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.4%
MVFR
8.5%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
3.6%

New York Stewart International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 94 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 94 kt
Calm Winds: 26.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
5.8%
E
6.3%
SE
3.1%
S
5.4%
SW
8.3%
W
25.5%
NW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -22°C to 31°C
-22°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 14.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

September May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,503 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

New York Stewart International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSWF
IATA Code: SWF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 491 ft MSL

Location

City: Newburgh
Country: US
Latitude: 41.504101°
Longitude: -74.104797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,818 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,006 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About New York Stewart International Airport

Overview

New York Stewart International Airport serves the Newburgh region, positioned strategically in New York's Hudson Valley at 491 feet mean sea level. As a medium airport with two substantial asphalt runways, Stewart provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northeastern United States. The airport's location and dual runway configuration support diverse aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Stewart experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 82.5% of observations indicating favorable visual flight rules. Westerly winds dominate at 270 degrees with an average speed of 9.7 knots, though wind speeds can occasionally reach up to 94 knots. Temperature variation is significant, ranging from -17°C to 29°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 09/27 at 11,818 feet and Runway 16/34 at 6,006 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.3 knots and 7.2 knots respectively. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning in the Hudson Valley contribute to its unique meteorological characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent wind conditions for both runways, with consistent favorable wind alignments. September, November, and January represent the best months for VFR operations, based on historical meteorological data. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with only 2.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1.4%.

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.