San Antonio International Airport

KSAT / SAT

San Antonio, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 22:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
22:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
9 kt
150°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSAT 272251Z 15009KT 10SM FEW075 36/19 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP096 T03610194

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 809 ft
FEW 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,309 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

San Antonio International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 9 knots. Runway 13L/31R is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
985 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (809 ft)
Pressure Alt
847 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,561 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSAT 272042Z 2721/2824 16008KT P6SM FEW050 FM272300 14014KT P6SM SKC FM281000 16009KT P6SM SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z FM281000
+11h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAT
04
22
13L ✈️
31R
13R ✈️
31L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 8,505 ft 150 ft CON 41°
2.9 kt 8.5 kt
109° angle
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 13L
5,519 ft 100 ft ASP 132°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 13R
8,502 ft 150 ft CON 132°
8.5 kt 3.1 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 - KSAT

11,286 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.3%
MVFR
27.9%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
2.2%

San Antonio International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 8.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.8%
N
11.7%
S
24.6%
W
2.7%
NE
7%
NW
6.7%
SE
24.6%
SW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.3°C
Range: -7°C to 37°C
-7°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 11,286 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Antonio International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAT
IATA Code: SAT
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 809 ft MSL

Location

City: San Antonio
Country: US
Latitude: 29.533701°
Longitude: -98.469803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,505 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 13L/31R
Length: 5,519 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 8,502 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About San Antonio International Airport

Overview

San Antonio International Airport serves as a major commercial and cargo aviation hub in south-central Texas. Located at 29.533701, -98.469803, the airport sits at an elevation of 809 feet above mean sea level, providing strategic connectivity for the San Antonio metropolitan region. The airport supports diverse aviation operations with three substantial runways capable of handling large commercial aircraft.

Flying Conditions

San Antonio's airport environment experiences typical south Texas climate conditions with potential for significant thermal variations. The airport's elevation and geographic position can generate localized wind shifts and thermal turbulence, particularly during summer months. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges, especially on the shorter 13L/31R runway with its 5,519-foot asphalt surface.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with substantial length: two concrete runways at 8,505 and 8,502 feet, and one asphalt runway at 5,519 feet. Its mid-latitude location means terrain surrounding the airport is generally flat with minimal elevation changes, providing relatively straightforward visual and instrument approach conditions. The three-runway configuration offers operational flexibility for different wind conditions and traffic volumes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 and 13R/31L offer the longest concrete surfaces, providing optimal landing options for larger commercial aircraft. Prevailing winds in the region typically favor east-west and northwest-southeast approach vectors. Pilots should carefully evaluate current wind conditions to select the most appropriate runway, considering crosswind components and available runway length.

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.