Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport

SANU / UAQ

San Juan, AR

Last Updated
Jun 2, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
17:00Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
4 kt
160°
7 km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANU 021700Z 16004KT 7000 SCT035 OVC060 16/10 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,958 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,458 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,958 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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 SANU 021100Z 0212/0312 VRB03KT CAVOK TX20/0220Z TN06/0310Z BECMG 0215/0217 16010KT BECMG 0301/0303 20005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
01:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 200° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANU
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,071 ft 148 ft ASP 179°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SANU

5,765 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.6%
MVFR
3.6%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 55 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 55 kt
Calm Winds: 9%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.7%
N
10.8%
S
58.1%
W
2.4%
NE
3%
NW
3.1%
SE
8.1%
SW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.4°C
Range: -1°C to 40°C
-1°C 40°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,765 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANU
IATA Code: UAQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,958 ft MSL

Location

City: San Juan
Country: AR
Latitude: -31.571501°
Longitude: -68.418198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,071 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport

Overview

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport serves the San Juan region in Argentina, situated at an elevation of 1,958 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, supporting regional transportation and connectivity. The airport's coordinates at -31.571501, -68.418198 place it in the western part of Argentina.

Flying Conditions

Located at a significant elevation of 1,958 feet MSL, pilots should anticipate potential density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months. The airport's geographic position in San Juan suggests potential for variable wind conditions that could impact approach and landing performance. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data before operations.

Notable Features

The primary runway (18/36) extends 8,071 feet and is constructed with asphalt (ASP) surface. Its substantial length accommodates a range of aircraft types and provides flexibility for different operational requirements. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind patterns in the San Juan region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's extended length of 8,071 feet offers pilots considerable landing and takeoff options. Given the airport's elevation and regional terrain, standard high-altitude approach considerations should be applied. Pilots should conduct thorough performance calculations accounting for the field elevation and local atmospheric conditions.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.