Shreveport Regional Airport

KSHV / SHV

Shreveport, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 20:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
20:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
4 kt
180°
10 SM
Visibility
9,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSHV 222056Z 18004KT 10SM -RA FEW037 SCT047 BKN095 BKN250 24/19 A3002 RMK RAE05B50 SLPNO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 258 ft
FEW 3,700 ft AGL
SCT 4,700 ft AGL
BKN 9,500 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,958 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,958 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,758 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,258 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Shreveport Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (258 ft)
Pressure Alt
146 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,288 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSHV 221813Z 2218/2318 16008KT P6SM VCSH SCT024 BKN070 TEMPO 2218/2220 3SM -SHRA OVC025 FM222000 13008KT P6SM VCTS BKN035CB FM230900 16006KT P6SM OVC015 FM231700 18010KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
09:00Z FM230900
+12h
MVFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SHV
06
24
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,202 ft 150 ft ASP 60°
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
120° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,351 ft 200 ft ASP 143°
3.1 kt 2.6 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 - KSHV

5,759 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.4%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
2.9%

Shreveport Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 56 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 56 kt
Calm Winds: 16.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.4%
NE
6.3%
E
6.8%
SE
10.3%
S
28.7%
SW
8.1%
W
4.1%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.9°C
Range: -8°C to 36°C
-8°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,759 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shreveport Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSHV
IATA Code: SHV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 258 ft MSL

Location

City: Shreveport
Country: US
Latitude: 32.446602°
Longitude: -93.825600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,202 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,351 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Shreveport Regional Airport

Overview

Shreveport Regional Airport serves the northwestern Louisiana region as a medium-sized airport situated at 258 feet above mean sea level. Located in Shreveport with coordinates 32.446602, -93.825600, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, private, and potentially military operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at 73.2% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 14.9% of observations. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -4°C to 36°C, with an average of 17.6°C. Wind conditions are typically from the south at an average of 7 knots, with calm periods occurring 20.7% of the time and occasional strong gusts up to 56 knots.

Notable Features

Both runways (06/24 and 14/32) are paved with asphaltic surfaces, offering substantial length at 6,202 feet and 8,351 feet respectively. The longer 14/32 runway provides extended operational flexibility. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility, including fog occurring in 1.9% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months with optimal weather conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components (4.9 knots for 06/24 and 4.2 knots for 14/32). Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds when planning 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

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.