San Bernardino International Airport

KSBD / SBD

San Bernardino, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 20:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
20:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
3 kt
340°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSBD 222055Z 34003KT 10SM CLR 20/01 A3010

Weather Briefing

VFR

San Bernardino International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 1°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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSBD 221743Z 2218/2318 VRB05KT P6SM SCT025 SCT035 FM222200 25010KT P6SM SCT250 FM230500 VRB04KT P6SM BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z FM222200
+1h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z FM230500
+8h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SBD
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
10,001 ft 200 ft CON 70°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSBD

8,284 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.2%
MVFR
8.6%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.1%

San Bernardino International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 55.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 55.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
5%
E
11.8%
SE
5.1%
S
1.9%
SW
7.8%
W
9.2%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.7°C
Range: 1°C to 39°C
1°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March December April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,284 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Bernardino International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSBD
IATA Code: SBD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,159 ft MSL

Location

City: San Bernardino
Country: US
Latitude: 34.095402°
Longitude: -117.235001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,001 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About San Bernardino International Airport

Overview

San Bernardino International Airport serves the San Bernardino metropolitan area in Southern California, located east of Los Angeles. The airport is a medium-sized facility situated at an elevation of 1,159 feet MSL, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the Inland Empire region. Its single runway (06/24) offers a substantial 10,001-foot concrete surface capable of accommodating a wide range of aircraft.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 87.9% of observations reporting VFR weather. Easterly winds averaging 4.8 knots characterize the local wind pattern, with calm conditions present 56.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from 2°C to 38°C, creating generally stable flying conditions throughout the year, with December, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

Situated at 34.095402, -117.235001, the airport is positioned in a terrain-influenced region of Southern California. The prevailing easterly winds and low average wind speeds suggest minimal turbulence concerns for most operations. The airport's substantial runway length and consistent weather patterns make it suitable for a variety of aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 2.2 knots, providing predictable approach and landing conditions. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 9.4 statute miles, with very rare occurrences of reduced visibility (less than 3 miles in only 0.8% 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.

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.