Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport

LEXJ / SDR

Santander, ES

Last Updated
Jul 27, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
6 kt
240°
8 km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEXJ 270000Z AUTO 24006KT 200V260 8000 BKN027 BKN033 20/16 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,716 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,316 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 21:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Rain between 02:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 LEXJ 262000Z 2621/2721 22009KT 9999 FEW010 BKN020 TX25/2715Z TN19/2706Z PROB30 TEMPO 2621/2709 BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 2702/2709 RA BECMG 2709/2711 05010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:22Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Rain
09:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 50° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EXJ
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
7,612 ft 148 ft ASP 110°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEXJ

14,835 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.7%
MVFR
27.8%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
1.6%

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 9.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
8%
N
5.9%
S
9.3%
W
17.9%
NE
10.9%
NW
10.9%
SE
2.9%
SW
25%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.8°C
Range: 1°C to 35°C
1°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 14,835 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEXJ
IATA Code: SDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Santander
Country: ES
Latitude: 43.427101°
Longitude: -3.820010°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,612 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport

Overview

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport serves the coastal region of Santander in northern Spain, located at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Cantabria region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations with its single runway 11/29 measuring 7,612 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at the airport are predominantly VFR, with 68.5% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The prevailing southwest winds average 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 43 knots, and periods of calm at 13.5% of observations. Temperature variations range from 1°C to 27°C, with an average of 13.7°C, suggesting moderate climate conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near 43.4271°N, 3.8200°W introduces potential maritime weather influences and terrain considerations for pilots. Runway 11/29 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.6 knots, which provides relatively consistent approach and departure parameters for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and January offer the best VFR conditions for flight operations, with minimal fog (1.5% of observations) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns from the southwest, which align well with the airport's primary runway orientation, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures.

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.