Stewart Airport

CZST / ZST

Stewart, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
8 kt
220°
15 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZST 142300Z 22008KT 170V250 15SM SCT065 SCT080 BKN200 13/03 A2990 RMK SC3AC1CI2 SLP128

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
SCT 6,500 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,524 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,024 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,024 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Stewart Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
32 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -202 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZST
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
3,900 ft 75 ft ASP 194°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZST

3,505 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.1%
MVFR
23.3%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
0.2%

Stewart Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 48% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 48%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.1%
NE
13.8%
E
4.2%
SE
1.5%
S
13.5%
SW
12.4%
W
1%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.9°C
Range: -16°C to 24°C
-16°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.6%
Fog Frequency: 9.2%

Best Months for VFR

May April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,505 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Stewart Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZST
IATA Code: ZST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Stewart
Country: CA
Latitude: 55.935410°
Longitude: -129.982435°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,900 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Stewart Airport

Overview

Stewart Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Stewart, California, situated at an elevation of 24 feet MSL. The airport serves regional aviation needs with its single runway 18/36, which spans 3,900 feet and is constructed of asphalt. Its geographical coordinates at 55.935410, -129.982435 place it in a strategic location for local and regional air traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Stewart Airport are predominantly favorable for flying, with 68.9% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 3.7 knots, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 12 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 20°C, with an average of 2.7°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning.

Notable Features

The airport experiences relatively stable weather patterns, with low occurrence of challenging flight conditions. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with only 5.3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Fog is present in 12.2% of observations, which could impact flight operations during certain periods.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, providing optimal conditions for pilots. When planning approaches, pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility or fog, which occurs in about 12% of observations.

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.