Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport

SANT / TUC

San Miguel de Tucumán, AR

Last Updated
Jul 27, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
320°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANT 270700Z 32005KT 290V350 9000 NSC 14/11 Q1009

Weather Briefing

VFR

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 5 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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: Mist, Smoke. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist, Smoke between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

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 SANT 270500Z 2706/2806 VRB03KT 7000 NSC TX26/2718Z TN11/2710Z TEMPO 2708/2711 5000 BR FU NSC BECMG 2716/2718 09008KT 7000 NSC BECMG 2800/2803 32005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:41Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 7 km
08:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Mist, Smoke
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
MVFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: 7 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANT
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
11,483 ft 148 ft CON 10°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SANT

7,550 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.7%
MVFR
29.8%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
8.8%

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.8%
N
20.3%
S
12.4%
W
6.3%
NE
6.5%
NW
10.4%
SE
6.7%
SW
20.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.2°C
Range: 2°C to 39°C
2°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

November January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,550 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANT
IATA Code: TUC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,493 ft MSL

Location

City: San Miguel de Tucumán
Country: AR
Latitude: -26.840900°
Longitude: -65.104897°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport

Overview

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport serves San Miguel de Tucumán, located in the Tucumán Province of Argentina. As a medium-sized airport situated at 1,493 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports regional and potentially national air transportation needs with its substantial 11,483-foot concrete runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 1,493 feet MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment that can experience variable atmospheric conditions typical of northwestern Argentina. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that could impact aircraft performance, particularly during seasonal transitions. The geographic location indicates potential for complex local weather patterns influenced by nearby terrain.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -26.840900, -65.104897, Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport is positioned in a region with potentially challenging geographic characteristics. The long concrete runway (02/20) provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types and sizes. Pilots should be attentive to potential local terrain effects on wind patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 02/20 orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing. With a substantial 11,483-foot runway length, the airport offers generous landing and takeoff options for most aircraft categories. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments specific to the local geographic context when planning arrivals and departures.

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.