Grant County Airport

KSVC / SVC

Silver City, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
14:35Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
8 kt
330°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSVC 041435Z AUTO 33008KT 10SM CLR 08/M09 A3014 RMK AO2 T00791086
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
839 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,446 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,214 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,681 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.9°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SVC
03
21
08
26
12
30 ✈️
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 4,637 ft 80 ft GRE 45°
2.1 kt 7.7 kt
75° angle
08/26 6,802 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
120° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
4,675 ft 75 ft GRE 135°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
17/35 5,473 ft 75 ft GRE 180°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
150° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSVC

11,426 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.8%
MVFR
2.4%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Grant County Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 10.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
23.3%
NE
2%
E
4.7%
SE
8.4%
S
8.5%
SW
3.3%
W
15.2%
NW
24.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.5°C
Range: -9°C to 33°C
-9°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,426 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Grant County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSVC
IATA Code: SVC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,446 ft MSL

Location

City: Silver City
Country: US
Latitude: 32.636701°
Longitude: -108.154736°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,637 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 6,802 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 4,675 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,473 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Grant County Airport

Overview

Grant County Airport serves Silver City, located in southwestern New Mexico at a high elevation of 5,446 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport features four runways with lengths ranging from 4,637 to 6,802 feet, accommodating various aircraft types and operations. Its strategic location and multiple runway options provide flexibility for regional aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 96.6% of observations indicating clear weather. The prevailing northwest winds average 7.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -9°C to 33°C, which can impact aircraft performance, particularly at the airport's high elevation.

Notable Features

The airport's multiple runways are constructed with both grooved concrete (GRE) and asphalt (ASP) surfaces. All four runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions ranging from 3.7 to 6.1 knots. The diverse runway configuration allows for optimal operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most consistent during late fall and early winter, with December, November, and September offering the best VFR conditions. Runway 08/26, the longest at 6,802 feet, provides the most extensive landing and takeoff options. Pilots should anticipate the high-altitude environment and plan accordingly for aircraft performance characteristics.

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.