Syracuse Hancock International Airport

KSYR / SYR

Syracuse, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:54Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
6 kt
20°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSYR 042154Z 02006KT 10SM FEW180 FEW220 06/M01 A3021 RMK AO2 SLP230 T00561006 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 421 ft
FEW 18,000 ft AGL
FEW 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,421 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,421 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (421 ft)
Pressure Alt
129 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -850 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSYR 041819Z 0418/0518 VRB04KT P6SM FEW030 FM042100 06004KT P6SM SCT040 FM050600 06004KT P6SM BKN023 FM050900 05006KT 6SM BR BKN014
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
06:00Z FM050600
+7h
MVFR 60° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,300 ft
09:00Z FM050900
+10h
IFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
SYR
06 ✈️
24
10
28
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
3,261 ft 150 ft CON 49°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
10/28 9,003 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
2.3 kt 5.5 kt
67° angle
15/33 7,500 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
2.3 kt 5.5 kt
113° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSYR

5,816 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.2%
MVFR
32.5%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
0.9%

Syracuse Hancock International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 9.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
4.2%
E
16.7%
SE
3.7%
S
6%
SW
11.6%
W
32.6%
NW
11.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.7°C
Range: -23°C to 28°C
-23°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,816 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Syracuse Hancock International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSYR
IATA Code: SYR
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 421 ft MSL

Location

City: Syracuse
Country: US
Latitude: 43.111198°
Longitude: -76.106300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,261 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 9,003 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 7,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Syracuse Hancock International Airport

Overview

Syracuse Hancock International Airport serves central New York State as a key regional aviation hub. Located in Syracuse at 421 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical commercial and cargo transportation services for the metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Syracuse experiences significant seasonal weather variations that can impact aviation operations. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to potential winter precipitation and reduced visibility, with three runways providing multiple options for approaches under different meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three substantial runways with varied lengths and surface compositions: Runway 10/28 is the longest at 9,003 feet with an asphalt surface, while Runway 15/33 offers 7,500 feet of asphalt, and Runway 06/24 provides 3,261 feet of concrete surface. These diverse runway options allow for flexible aircraft operations across different aircraft types and weight classifications.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the substantial 9,003-foot Runway 10/28 likely offering the most versatile operational capability. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and terrain influences when planning approaches, leveraging the airport's multiple runway configurations to ensure safe landing and takeoff procedures.

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.