Sacramento Executive Airport

KSAC / SAC

Sacramento, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
21:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
5 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSAC 042153Z VRB05KT 10SM CLR 20/05 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP184 T02000050
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
-149 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 457 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSAC 041732Z 0418/0518 19007KT P6SM BKN250 FM041900 24010G20KT P6SM BKN250 FM042100 31011G20KT P6SM SCT250 FM050300 30009KT P6SM SKC FM051600 33012G21KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+5h
VFR 300° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAC
02
20
12
30
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 5,503 ft 150 ft ASP 33° No wind data
12/30 3,836 ft 100 ft ASP 133° No wind data
16/34 3,485 ft 150 ft ASP 179° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSAC

5,617 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.7%
MVFR
13.6%
IFR
12.6%
LIFR
8.1%

Sacramento Executive Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 42.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 7.4% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 42.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
1.7%
E
4.2%
SE
14.1%
S
11.1%
SW
7.2%
W
3.9%
NW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.5°C
Range: 1°C to 37°C
1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 8.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.4%
Fog Frequency: 12.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,617 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sacramento Executive Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAC
IATA Code: SAC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Sacramento
Country: US
Latitude: 38.512501°
Longitude: -121.492996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,503 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 3,836 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,485 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sacramento Executive Airport

Overview

Sacramento Executive Airport serves the Sacramento metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 24 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 38.512501, -121.492996, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. It features three asphalt runways supporting various aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Sacramento Executive demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 62.3% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southeastern winds averaging 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of observations. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 37°C, with September, October, and January presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer multiple operational configurations with lengths ranging from 3,485 to 5,503 feet. All three runways exhibit 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 2.5 and 3.4 knots. Visibility averages 8.1 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 11.5% of observations experiencing fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the predominant southeastern wind pattern at 135 degrees. Runway 02/20, the longest at 5,503 feet, provides the most extensive landing surface. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 7% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and 14.5% of reports indicating Instrument Flight Rules 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.