Stewart Airport

CZST / ZST

Stewart, CA

Last Updated
Feb 7, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
2 kt
90°
3 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZST 071700Z 09002KT 3SM -RA BR SCT005 OVC060 01/01 A2959 RMK ST4SC4 SLP022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
SCT 500 ft AGL
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
524 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,024 ft AMSL
QNH
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
362 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,312 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZST
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
3,900 ft 75 ft ASP 194°
0.0 kt 2.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZST

2,102 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.9%
MVFR
25.8%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
0.3%

Stewart Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 3.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 59% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 20°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 5.5% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 3.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 12 kt
Calm Winds: 59%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
14.3%
E
5%
SE
1.9%
S
5.9%
SW
6.3%
W
1.1%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.5°C
Range: -16°C to 20°C
-16°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.5%
Fog Frequency: 13.7%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,102 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stewart Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZST
IATA Code: ZST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Stewart
Country: CA
Latitude: 55.935410°
Longitude: -129.982435°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,900 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stewart Airport

Overview

Stewart Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Stewart, California, situated at an elevation of 24 feet MSL. The airport serves regional aviation needs with its single runway 18/36, which spans 3,900 feet and is constructed of asphalt. Its geographical coordinates at 55.935410, -129.982435 place it in a strategic location for local and regional air traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Stewart Airport are predominantly favorable for flying, with 68.9% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 3.7 knots, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 12 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 20°C, with an average of 2.7°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning.

Notable Features

The airport experiences relatively stable weather patterns, with low occurrence of challenging flight conditions. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with only 5.3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Fog is present in 12.2% of observations, which could impact flight operations during certain periods.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, providing optimal conditions for pilots. When planning approaches, pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility or fog, which occurs in about 12% of observations.

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.