Current Weather
Raw METAR
Weather Briefing
VFRSpirit of St Louis Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 15 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 7 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating very dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
|
5,000 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 78° |
↑ 14.1 kt
•
↔ 5.1 kt
20° angle
|
|
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
|
7,485 ft | 150 ft | CON | 78° |
↑ 14.1 kt
•
↔ 5.1 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KSUS
5,983 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Spirit of St Louis Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, September.
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Statistics computed from 5,983 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Spirit of St Louis Airport - Airport Information
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About Spirit of St Louis Airport
Overview
Spirit of St Louis Airport serves the metropolitan St. Louis area as a medium-sized general aviation airport located in Missouri. Situated at 463 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 38.662102, -90.652000, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and private aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at the airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with VFR conditions present 74.7% of the time. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 37°C, with an average temperature of 9.4°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270° with an average speed of 7.2 knots, and calm conditions occur 34.5% of the time.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: 08L/26R (5000ft asphalt) and 08R/26L (7485ft concrete), offering flexibility for different aircraft types and operations. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 4 knots, providing reliable landing and takeoff options for pilots.
Approach Considerations
Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with limited reduced visibility scenarios (below 3SM occurring 2.6% of the time and fog present 5% of observations). September, January, and October represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots planning operations at Spirit of St Louis Airport.
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