Anderson Regional Airport

KAND / AND

Anderson, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 19:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
19:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
5 kt
130°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAND 211956Z AUTO 13005KT 10SM CLR 22/02 A3028 RMK AO2 SLP250 T02220017

Weather Briefing

VFR

Anderson Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 5 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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.

QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (782 ft)
Pressure Alt
430 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,458 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KAND 211730Z 2118/2218 00000KT P6SM SKC FM212000 18005KT P6SM FEW250 FM220400 VRB02KT P6SM SCT250 FM221500 24009KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z FM220400
+8h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AND
05
23
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,002 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
0.4 kt 5.0 kt
85° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
4,995 ft 150 ft ASP 165°
3.8 kt 3.2 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 - KAND

6,124 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.7%
MVFR
12.2%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
4.8%

Anderson Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 27.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
13.5%
E
10.7%
SE
2.4%
S
7.7%
SW
16.4%
W
15.1%
NW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.7°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,124 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Anderson Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAND
IATA Code: AND
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 782 ft MSL

Location

City: Anderson
Country: US
Latitude: 34.494598°
Longitude: -82.709396°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,995 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Anderson Regional Airport

Overview

Anderson Regional Airport serves the Anderson, South Carolina region as a medium-sized airport situated at 782 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 34.494598, -82.709396, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at 75.8% of observation periods, with moderate chances of MVFR at 12%. Weather data indicates a western prevailing wind at 270° with an average speed of 6.9 knots, and temperatures ranging from -8°C to 32°C. October, September, and November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering the most consistent flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 05/23 at 6,002 feet and Runway 17/35 at 4,995 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind interference (2.9kt for 05/23 and 5.7kt for 17/35). Visibility averages 9.1 statute miles, with infrequent restrictions, as only 2.8% of observations show visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Wind conditions strongly favor both primary runways, allowing flexible approach options. Pilots should anticipate calm wind conditions approximately 29.9% of the time. During approach, be prepared for potential reduced visibility scenarios, as fog occurs in 4.9% of observations, though this remains a relatively low occurrence.

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.