Termas de Río Hondo international Airport

SANR / RHD

Termas de Río Hondo, AR

Last Updated
Jul 27, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
140°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANR 270000Z 14005KT CAVOK 19/13 Q1011

Weather Briefing

VFR

Termas de Río Hondo international Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 6.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Patches Fog. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 SANR 262300Z 2700/2724 VRB02KT CAVOK TX26/2718Z TN07/2711Z BECMG 2707/2710 2000 BR SCT010 PROB40 TEMPO 2710/2712 VRB03KT 0300 BCFG OVC002 BECMG 2714/2716 07010KT 9999 NSW SCT012 BECMG 2721/2724 VRB03KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
07:00Z BECMG
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+4h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 0.3 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Patches Fog
14:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANR
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
8,232 ft 98 ft ASPHALT
3.2 kt 3.8 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 - SANR

4,283 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
1.2%

Termas de Río Hondo international Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 136 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 136 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.6%
N
16.6%
S
12.4%
W
12.1%
NE
16.4%
NW
2.7%
SE
7.5%
SW
15.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 1°C to 41°C
1°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

September May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,283 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Termas de Río Hondo international Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANR
IATA Code: RHD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 935 ft MSL

Location

City: Termas de Río Hondo
Country: AR
Latitude: -27.496600°
Longitude: -64.935950°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,232 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

About Termas de Río Hondo international Airport

Overview

Termas de Río Hondo International Airport serves the Santiago del Estero Province in northern Argentina, providing critical regional aviation infrastructure. Located at coordinates -27.496600, -64.935950, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its substantial 8,232-foot asphalt runway. The airport is strategically positioned to serve both commercial and potentially military aviation needs in this part of Argentina.

Flying Conditions

Situated at an elevation of 935 feet mean sea level, Termas de Río Hondo experiences typical subtropical climate conditions characteristic of northern Argentina. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and potentially challenging humidity levels that can impact aircraft performance, especially during summer months. The single runway orientation (01/19) suggests wind conditions may vary significantly throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) provides a robust 8,232-foot asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic location in the Río Hondo region suggests potential terrain variations that pilots should carefully assess during approach and departure phases. The moderate elevation of 935 feet MSL indicates relatively stable atmospheric conditions compared to high-altitude airport environments.

Approach Considerations

Given the runway's 01/19 orientation, pilots should carefully analyze current wind conditions to determine optimal approach and landing strategies. The substantial runway length of 8,232 feet provides significant margin for safe landings and takeoffs across various aircraft types. Standard instrument approach procedures should be thoroughly reviewed, with particular attention to local terrain and potential wind shear conditions specific to the Río Hondo region.

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.