San Carlos Airport

KSQL / SQL

San Carlos, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:47Z

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Current Weather

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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
14 kt
280° G19 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR KSQL 041947Z 28014G19KT 10SM SCT027 17/09 A3020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5 ft
SCT 2,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,705 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SQL
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
2,600 ft 75 ft ASP 137°
13.2 kt 4.8 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 - KSQL

6,945 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.7%
MVFR
15%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
0.9%

San Carlos Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 206 knots. Calm conditions occur 60.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 206 kt
Calm Winds: 60.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
1.6%
E
1.8%
SE
7.4%
S
7.2%
SW
2.8%
W
7.9%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.3°C
Range: 3°C to 34°C
3°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

January February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,945 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Carlos Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSQL
IATA Code: SQL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: San Carlos
Country: US
Latitude: 37.513130°
Longitude: -122.250838°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 2,600 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About San Carlos Airport

Overview

San Carlos Airport (KSQL) serves the San Francisco Bay Area as a medium-sized airport located in San Carlos, California. Situated at a low elevation of 5 ft MSL, the airport provides critical general aviation services in the heart of Silicon Valley. Its strategic location makes it a key facility for private and business aviation in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at San Carlos Airport predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 81% of observations meeting VFR criteria. The airport experiences predominantly westerly winds averaging 6.7 knots, with a significant calm wind occurrence of 58.4%. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 34°C, with an average of 13.7°C, providing generally mild flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) extending 2,600 feet with an asphalt surface. Its coastal location near the San Francisco Bay creates unique microclimate conditions that can impact local aviation operations. The airport's low elevation and proximity to varied terrain require pilots to be attentive to local wind and visibility patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 3.7 knots. October, November, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions, making these months ideal for pilots planning operations at San Carlos Airport. Visibility averages 9.8 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

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.