New York Stewart International Airport

KSWF / SWF

Newburgh, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 06:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 3 min ago
06:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSWF 270645Z 00000KT 10SM BKN060 19/16 A2983

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 491 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,491 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

New York Stewart International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 17:00Z and 23:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 23:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSWF 270536Z 2706/2812 VRB05KT P6SM FEW050 BKN080 FM271700 20007KT P6SM BKN050 PROB30 2717/2723 4SM TSRA BR BKN050CB FM272300 18005KT P6SM BKN060 PROB30 2723/2802 4SM TSRA BR BKN050CB FM280200 VRB03KT P6SM VCSH BKN060 AMD NOT SKED
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
17:00Z FM271700
+11h
VFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
17:00Z PROB30
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SWF
09
27
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 11,818 ft 150 ft ASP 78°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
78° angle
16/34 6,006 ft 150 ft ASP 149°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
149° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSWF

7,084 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.2%
MVFR
8.3%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
3.1%

New York Stewart International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 94 knots. Calm conditions occur 25% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 94 kt
Calm Winds: 25%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.7%
N
3.5%
S
5.1%
W
26.8%
NE
6.1%
NW
15%
SE
2.7%
SW
9.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 9°C
Range: -22°C to 39°C
-22°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 17.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,084 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

New York Stewart International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSWF
IATA Code: SWF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 491 ft MSL

Location

City: Newburgh
Country: US
Latitude: 41.504101°
Longitude: -74.104797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,818 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,006 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About New York Stewart International Airport

Overview

New York Stewart International Airport serves the Newburgh region, positioned strategically in New York's Hudson Valley at 491 feet mean sea level. As a medium airport with two substantial asphalt runways, Stewart provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northeastern United States. The airport's location and dual runway configuration support diverse aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Stewart experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 82.5% of observations indicating favorable visual flight rules. Westerly winds dominate at 270 degrees with an average speed of 9.7 knots, though wind speeds can occasionally reach up to 94 knots. Temperature variation is significant, ranging from -17°C to 29°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 09/27 at 11,818 feet and Runway 16/34 at 6,006 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.3 knots and 7.2 knots respectively. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning in the Hudson Valley contribute to its unique meteorological characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent wind conditions for both runways, with consistent favorable wind alignments. September, November, and January represent the best months for VFR operations, based on historical meteorological data. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with only 2.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1.4%.

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.