Savannah Hilton Head International Airport

KSAV / SAV

Savannah, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 01:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
01:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSAV 220153Z 14005KT 10SM BKN250 18/12 A3029 RMK AO2 SLP257 T01780117

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 50 ft
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,050 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Shallow Fog, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 09:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (50 ft)
Pressure Alt
-333 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 39 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSAV 212337Z 2200/2224 11009KT P6SM SCT250 FM220300 00000KT P6SM SCT250 FM220800 00000KT 6SM MIFG SCT250 TEMPO 2209/2211 4SM BR FEW002 FM221400 22006KT P6SM SCT250 FM221900 16010KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM220300
+1h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
08:00Z FM220800
+6h
VFR
Visibility: 6SM
Shallow Fog
09:00Z TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAV
01
19 ✈️
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
7,002 ft 150 ft CONC-G
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
10/28 9,351 ft 150 ft CONC-G 91°
3.3 kt 3.8 kt
49° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSAV

7,523 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.1%
MVFR
10.7%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
3.9%

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 17.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.7%
NE
9.8%
E
7.9%
SE
4.6%
S
10.4%
SW
8.5%
W
15.6%
NW
9.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.3°C
Range: -7°C to 33°C
-7°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 4.5%

Best Months for VFR

April November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,523 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAV
IATA Code: SAV
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Savannah
Country: US
Latitude: 32.127602°
Longitude: -81.202103°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 9,351 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No

About Savannah Hilton Head International Airport

Overview

Savannah Hilton Head International Airport serves the coastal region of Georgia, strategically located near the historic city of Savannah and Hilton Head Island. As a large airport situated at 50 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations in the southeastern United States. The airport's geographical positioning offers convenient access to the coastal and inland regions of Georgia and South Carolina.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 50 feet MSL indicates minimal terrain variations and generally stable atmospheric conditions. Coastal proximity suggests potential for variable wind conditions, particularly during seasonal weather transitions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime influences that can impact visibility, wind patterns, and potential convective weather development.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: Runway 01/19 at 7,002 feet and Runway 10/28 at 9,351 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for different aircraft categories. The longer 10/28 runway offers extended landing and takeoff capabilities, which is beneficial for larger commercial and cargo aircraft. Its concrete construction ensures reliable surface conditions across various weather scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential wind-adaptive approach strategies, with the 01/19 and 10/28 alignments offering different wind angle accommodations. The substantial runway lengths support a wide range of aircraft performance envelopes, allowing for safe operations under diverse conditions. Pilots should review current wind reporting and consider runway selection based on prevailing meteorological conditions during arrival and departure planning.

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
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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.