San Fernando Airport

SADF

San Fernando, AR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
0 kt
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SADF 040800Z 00000KT 5000 BR FEW006 SCT021 00/M00 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
SCT 2,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
610 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,110 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

San Fernando Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,100 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 600 ft, scattered at 2,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 0°C (32°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist, Patches Fog. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

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. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SADF 040500Z 0406/0506 10005KT 3000 BR NSC TX10/0418Z TNM01/0410Z PROB30 0408/0411 0800 BCFG FEW010 BECMG 0411/0413 9999 NSW BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:48Z BASE
+0h
IFR 100° 5 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Mist
11:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADF
5
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
5/23 5,909 ft 98 ft ASP 44°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
44° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SADF

8,649 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.5%
MVFR
10.8%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
4%

San Fernando Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
27%
N
9.2%
S
10.3%
W
8.1%
NE
10.1%
NW
5.6%
SE
10.3%
SW
10.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.3°C
Range: 0°C to 38°C
0°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.5%

Best Months for VFR

January February December

Statistics computed from 8,649 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Fernando Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SADF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: San Fernando
Country: AR
Latitude: -34.453200°
Longitude: -58.589600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 5/23
Length: 5,909 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About San Fernando Airport

Overview

San Fernando Airport is a medium-sized airport located in San Fernando, Argentina, serving the greater Buenos Aires metropolitan area. Situated at a low elevation of 10 feet mean sea level, the airport plays a regional transportation role for commercial and general aviation operations. Its geographical coordinates place it at -34.453200 latitude and -58.589600 longitude.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and proximity to the Buenos Aires region suggests a maritime climate with potential for variable wind conditions. Given its single runway orientation of 5/23, pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges, particularly during seasonal transition periods. The 5909-foot asphalted runway provides substantial landing and takeoff surface for most medium-sized aircraft.

Notable Features

San Fernando Airport's runway configuration allows operations in two primary directions (05 and 23 headings), providing flexibility for different wind conditions. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant terrain-related considerations for approach and departure procedures. Its location near Buenos Aires suggests potential for complex airspace interactions with other regional airports.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05 and 23 both measure 5909 feet in length, offering symmetrical operational capabilities. Pilots should carefully assess current wind conditions to determine the most appropriate runway for landing, considering potential crosswind components. Standard approach procedures will be influenced by the airport's low elevation and surrounding metropolitan terrain.

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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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.