Savannah Hilton Head International Airport

KSAV / SAV

Savannah, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 09:05Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
09:05Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KSAV 050905Z AUTO 00000KT 1/4SM R10/2000VP6000FT FG VV004 13/13 A3022 RMK AO2 T01330133
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1021 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (50 ft)
Pressure Alt
-243 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -471 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSAV 050526Z 0506/0606 00000KT 6SM BR SCT004 FM050900 00000KT 1SM BR BKN003 TEMPO 0509/0513 1/2SM FG VV002 FM051430 19005KT P6SM SCT030 FM051800 16009KT P6SM FEW040 FM060300 15004KT P6SM SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
14:00Z FM051430
+5h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM051800
+9h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAV
01
19
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 7,002 ft 150 ft CONC-G
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
10/28 9,351 ft 150 ft CONC-G 91°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
91° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSAV

5,815 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.2%
MVFR
11.5%
IFR
7%
LIFR
4.4%

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 17.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.7%
NE
9.6%
E
7.4%
SE
3.4%
S
7.8%
SW
8.4%
W
16.8%
NW
11.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.3°C
Range: -7°C to 33°C
-7°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,815 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAV
IATA Code: SAV
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Savannah
Country: US
Latitude: 32.127602°
Longitude: -81.202103°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 9,351 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No

About Savannah Hilton Head International Airport

Overview

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport serves the coastal region of Georgia, strategically located near the historic city of Savannah and Hilton Head Island. As a large airport situated at 50 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations in the southeastern United States. The airport's geographical positioning offers convenient access to the coastal and inland regions of Georgia and South Carolina.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 50 feet MSL indicates minimal terrain variations and generally stable atmospheric conditions. Coastal proximity suggests potential for variable wind conditions, particularly during seasonal weather transitions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime influences that can impact visibility, wind patterns, and potential convective weather development.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: Runway 01/19 at 7,002 feet and Runway 10/28 at 9,351 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for different aircraft categories. The longer 10/28 runway offers extended landing and takeoff capabilities, which is beneficial for larger commercial and cargo aircraft. Its concrete construction ensures reliable surface conditions across various weather scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential wind-adaptive approach strategies, with the 01/19 and 10/28 alignments offering different wind angle accommodations. The substantial runway lengths support a wide range of aircraft performance envelopes, allowing for safe operations under diverse conditions. Pilots should review current wind reporting and consider runway selection based on prevailing meteorological conditions during arrival and departure planning.

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
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.