Sion Airport

LSGS / SIR

Sion, CH

Last Updated
Feb 17, 05:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
05:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
5 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSGS 170550Z AUTO 11005KT 040V210 9999 -RA BKN060 05/M00 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,582 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,582 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LSGS 170525Z 1706/1715 VRB02KT 9999 -RA BKN030 BECMG 1708/1710 25015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain
08:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 250° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SGS
07L ✈️
25R
07 ✈️
25
07R ✈️
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
6,562 ft 131 ft ASPH 73°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
✈️ 07L/25R
Active: 07L
1,837 ft 98 ft GRS 73°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
✈️ 07R/25L
Active: 07R
6,562 ft 131 ft ASP 73°
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 - LSGS

7,003 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.5%

Sion Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.7%
NE
15.2%
E
43.2%
SE
2.3%
S
2.6%
SW
13.3%
W
21.7%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 6°C
Range: -11°C to 29°C
-11°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.1 kt
Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.1 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,003 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sion Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSGS
IATA Code: SIR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,582 ft MSL

Location

City: Sion
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.219166°
Longitude: 7.326944°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 07L/25R
Length: 1,837 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sion Airport

Overview

Sion Airport serves the Canton of Valais in Switzerland, situated in the alpine region at an elevation of 1,582 feet MSL. The airport features three runways, with two primary asphalt runways (07/25 and 07R/25L) measuring 6,562 feet each, and a grass runway (07L/25R) of 1,837 feet, supporting various aviation operations in this mountainous terrain.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Sion Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 91.9% of observations showing VFR conditions. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -11°C to 29°C, with an average of 6.4°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the east at an average of 5.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots, providing stable flying conditions for most aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport's alpine location presents unique geographical challenges, with surrounding mountainous terrain influencing local weather patterns. All three runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, showing 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 1.1 knots. September, January, and October are statistically the most consistent months for visual flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of reduced visibility (fog present in only 0.3% of observations). The consistent east wind and multiple runway options provide flexibility in approach and departure procedures, with low likelihood of wind-related operational constraints.

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
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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.