San Luis County Regional Airport

KSBP / SBP

San Luis Obispo, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:01Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
19:01Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
13 kt
320° G25 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KSBP 041901Z 32013G25KT 10SM FEW032 17/12 A3010 RMK AO2 T01720117 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 212 ft
FEW 3,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,412 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (212 ft)
Pressure Alt
40 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 331 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSBP 041802Z 0418/0518 32012KT P6SM SCT250 FM041900 33015G25KT P6SM SCT250 FM042100 33020G28KT P6SM SCT250 FM050100 33015G25KT P6SM SKC FM050300 32012KT P6SM SKC FM050500 31008KT P6SM SKC FM051400 32012KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM042100
+2h
VFR 330° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM050100
+6h
VFR 330° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+8h
VFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SBP
07
25 ✈️
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
2,500 ft 100 ft ASP 89°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
6,100 ft 150 ft ASP 124°
11.3 kt 6.5 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 - KSBP

5,098 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.7%
MVFR
14.6%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
7.4%

San Luis County Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 31°C with an average of 14.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 33.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.4%
NE
1%
E
8.1%
SE
13.3%
S
7.1%
SW
4.8%
W
6.4%
NW
21.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.3°C
Range: 1°C to 31°C
1°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 12.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 5.9%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,098 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Luis County Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSBP
IATA Code: SBP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 212 ft MSL

Location

City: San Luis Obispo
Country: US
Latitude: 35.236801°
Longitude: -120.641998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About San Luis County Regional Airport

Overview

San Luis County Regional Airport serves the San Luis Obispo area in California, providing a critical aviation hub for central coastal region transportation. Located at 212 feet above mean sea level, the airport offers two asphalt runways accommodating various aircraft operations with runway 11/29 providing a substantial 6,100-foot length for larger aircraft.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 67.4% of observations indicating favorable flying weather. Northwest winds at an average of 6.8 knots characterize the local wind patterns, with calm conditions occurring 34.1% of the time. Temperature ranges from 2°C to 31°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 35.236801, -120.641998, the airport is positioned in a coastal region with potential marine layer influences. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 11/29 experiencing minimal average crosswind at 3.3 knots. The airport's medium classification suggests capabilities for regional commercial and general aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate reliable VFR conditions, particularly during January, October, and December, which statistically offer the best visibility and weather predictability. Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with only 4% of observations showing conditions below 3 statute miles. Runway selection can be flexible due to consistent wind patterns and minimal crosswind challenges.

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.