Brown Field Municipal Airport

KSDM / SDM

San Diego, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 15:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
15:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
3 kt
300°
10 SM
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSDM 211553Z 30003KT 10SM BKN023 17/10 A3006 RMK AO2 SLP177 T01720100

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 526 ft
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,826 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Brown Field Municipal Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (526 ft)
Pressure Alt
384 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 750 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SDM
08L
26R ✈️
08R
26L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
7,972 ft 150 ft PEM 95°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
3,180 ft 75 ft ASP 95°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSDM

7,096 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.3%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
4.7%

Brown Field Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 33.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.2%
NE
5.3%
E
13.4%
SE
11.2%
S
5.7%
SW
3.6%
W
20.9%
NW
5.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: 3°C to 35°C
3°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.7%
Fog Frequency: 5.8%

Best Months for VFR

February April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,096 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brown Field Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSDM
IATA Code: SDM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 526 ft MSL

Location

City: San Diego
Country: US
Latitude: 32.572639°
Longitude: -116.980019°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 7,972 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 3,180 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brown Field Municipal Airport

Overview

Brown Field Municipal Airport serves the San Diego metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located near the US-Mexico border. Situated at an elevation of 526 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, with two substantial runways offering flexible operational capabilities.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 65.4% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions occurring less frequently. The airport experiences consistent western winds averaging 5.6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 23 knots, and calm conditions present 33.9% of the time. Temperature variations range from 3°C to 32°C, with November, December, and October offering the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with different surface compositions: Runway 08L/26R is a primary runway with a PEM (presumed concrete/cement) surface measuring 7,972 feet, while Runway 08R/26L is an auxiliary 3,180-foot ASP (asphalt) runway. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of 3.1 knots, providing consistent and predictable wind conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8 statute miles, with instances of reduced visibility below 3 miles occurring in 6.3% of observations and fog present in 8.3% of cases. Pilots should be prepared for potential visual limitations, particularly during periods of reduced meteorological conditions. The consistent western wind pattern suggests Runways 08L/26R and 08R/26L will typically offer favorable wind conditions for approaches and departures.

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

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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.