Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

KSRQ / SRQ

Sarasota/Bradenton, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
06:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSRQ 050653Z AUTO 08006KT 10SM CLR 21/19 A3016 RMK AO2 SLP213 T02110194
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
-203 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 524 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSRQ 050531Z 0506/0606 10007KT P6SM SKC FM050900 09006KT P6SM SCT005 FM051400 13011KT P6SM FEW005 SCT250 FM051900 24010KT P6SM SCT050 BKN250 FM052000 25009KT P6SM VCTS SCT040CB SCT100 BKN250 FM060200 09005KT P6SM SCT040 SCT100 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:18Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM050900
+2h
VFR 90° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM051400
+7h
VFR 130° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z FM051900
+12h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SRQ
04 ✈️
22
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
5,009 ft 150 ft ASP 38°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
14/32 9,500 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
3.5 kt 4.9 kt
54° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSRQ

4,580 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.8%
MVFR
6.2%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
4.9%

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 11.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.5%
NE
23.3%
E
17.2%
SE
5.3%
S
7.9%
SW
4.3%
W
7.6%
NW
8.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.3°C
Range: 2°C to 33°C
2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

September November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,580 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSRQ
IATA Code: SRQ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Sarasota/Bradenton
Country: US
Latitude: 27.394631°
Longitude: -82.554359°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,009 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 9,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

Overview

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport serves the metropolitan area of Sarasota and Bradenton in Florida, located at an elevation of 30 feet mean sea level. The airport is classified as a large airport and supports both commercial and general aviation operations in the Southwest Florida region.

Flying Conditions

Situated near the Gulf Coast, the airport experiences typical Florida coastal weather patterns with potential for rapid changes and thermal activity. The low elevation of 30 ft MSL means minimal terrain-related wind disruptions, though coastal maritime influences can create variable wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 04/22 at 5,009 feet and Runway 14/32 at 9,500 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility for different aircraft types. Its geographic coordinates at 27.394631, -82.554359 place it in a coastal environment with potential for sea breeze effects on local wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

With two runways of significantly different lengths, pilots have options for approach based on aircraft type and current wind conditions. The longer Runway 14/32 at 9,500 feet can accommodate larger commercial aircraft, while the shorter 04/22 provides an alternative for smaller aircraft operations.

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.