Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport

SANE / SDE

Santiago del Estero, AR

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANE 180700Z 00000KT 9999 SCT020 22/20 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 656 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,656 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 SANE 180500Z 1806/1906 07005KT 9999 SCT030 TX30/1818Z TN19/1810Z PROB30 1808/1810 5000 BR NSC BECMG 1814/1816 02015KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z PROB30
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Mist
14:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 20° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANE
3
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
3/21 7,946 ft 148 ft ASP 27°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
27° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SANE

5,041 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.4%
MVFR
15%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
1.1%

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 5.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.4%
NE
21.7%
E
19.6%
SE
9.3%
S
16.8%
SW
2.7%
W
3.8%
NW
2.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.5°C
Range: 4°C to 43°C
4°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Statistics computed from 5,041 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANE
IATA Code: SDE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 656 ft MSL

Location

City: Santiago del Estero
Country: AR
Latitude: -27.765556°
Longitude: -64.309998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 3/21
Length: 7,946 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport

Overview

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport serves Santiago del Estero in Argentina, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at coordinates -27.765556, -64.309998, this facility provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Santiago del Estero province. The airport sits at an elevation of 656 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's mid-latitude location suggests variable weather conditions typical of central Argentina. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations due to the airport's inland position at moderate elevation. Temperature and wind shifts can be significant, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (3/21) with a substantial length of 7,946 feet constructed with asphalt surface. Its geographic positioning in Santiago del Estero indicates a relatively flat terrain surrounding the airport environment. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Runway 3/21's extended length provides flexibility for various aircraft types operating at this regional facility. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during preflight planning, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components. The airport's moderate elevation of 656 feet MSL offers relatively straightforward approach and landing characteristics.

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.