Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport

SANT / TUC

San Miguel de Tucumán, AR

Last Updated
Jul 15, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANT 151900Z 00000KT 6000 NSC 24/13 Q1003

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Smoke. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 SANT 151700Z 1518/1618 VRB03KT 7000 NSC TX26/1618Z TN08/1610Z BECMG 1610/1612 32005KT 8000 NSC TEMPO 1616/1618 5000 FU NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:37Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 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 11,483 ft 148 ft CON 10°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SANT

7,329 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.7%
MVFR
28.7%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
8.9%

Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.7% 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
20.1%
S
12.6%
W
6.3%
NE
6.6%
NW
10.3%
SE
6.7%
SW
21.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.3°C
Range: 2°C to 39°C
2°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

November January December

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 7,329 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.