Anderson Regional Airport

KAND / AND

Anderson, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
10:56Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAND 041056Z AUTO 32003KT 10SM OVC014 12/09 A3032 RMK AO2 SLP266 T01170089

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 782 ft
OVC 1,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,182 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (782 ft)
Pressure Alt
370 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 198 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KAND 040531Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT P6SM OVC018 FM041300 23004KT P6SM SCT035 FM041600 23007KT P6SM SCT050 FM050500 VRB02KT P6SM BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:17Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
13:00Z FM041300
+2h
VFR 230° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM041600
+5h
VFR 230° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AND
05
23
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,002 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
0.3 kt 3.0 kt
85° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
4,995 ft 150 ft ASP 165°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAND

4,858 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
5.2%

Anderson Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 28.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
15%
E
11.4%
SE
2.3%
S
6.3%
SW
14%
W
15.1%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.5°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,858 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Anderson Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAND
IATA Code: AND
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 782 ft MSL

Location

City: Anderson
Country: US
Latitude: 34.494598°
Longitude: -82.709396°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,995 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Anderson Regional Airport

Overview

Anderson Regional Airport serves the Anderson, South Carolina region as a medium-sized airport situated at 782 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 34.494598, -82.709396, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at 75.8% of observation periods, with moderate chances of MVFR at 12%. Weather data indicates a western prevailing wind at 270° with an average speed of 6.9 knots, and temperatures ranging from -8°C to 32°C. October, September, and November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering the most consistent flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 05/23 at 6,002 feet and Runway 17/35 at 4,995 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind interference (2.9kt for 05/23 and 5.7kt for 17/35). Visibility averages 9.1 statute miles, with infrequent restrictions, as only 2.8% of observations show visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Wind conditions strongly favor both primary runways, allowing flexible approach options. Pilots should anticipate calm wind conditions approximately 29.9% of the time. During approach, be prepared for potential reduced visibility scenarios, as fog occurs in 4.9% of observations, though this remains a relatively low occurrence.

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.