Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport

LEST / SCQ

Santiago de Compostela, ES

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
2 kt
160°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEST 230100Z 16002KT CAVOK 09/08 Q1015 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 02:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,213 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,161 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 732 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LEST 222300Z 2300/2324 25007KT CAVOK TX24/2315Z TN09/2306Z PROB30 TEMPO 2302/2307 09010KT 3000 BR BKN005 PROB40 2315/2321 36010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
IFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EST
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 166°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEST

10,664 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.7%
MVFR
20.7%
IFR
12.7%
LIFR
15.8%

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 28°C with an average of 10.9°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 16.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.1%
NE
9.9%
E
7.1%
SE
10.3%
S
13.4%
SW
22.2%
W
16.8%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -2°C to 28°C
-2°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 16.7%

Best Months for VFR

September April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,664 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEST
IATA Code: SCQ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,213 ft MSL

Location

City: Santiago de Compostela
Country: ES
Latitude: 42.896301°
Longitude: -8.415140°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport

Overview

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport serves the Galicia region in northwestern Spain, located near the historic city of Santiago de Compostela. As a large airport with significant infrastructure, it handles regional and national air traffic, situated at an elevation of 1,213 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1,213 ft MSL suggests potential for variable wind conditions and temperature-related performance considerations for aircraft. Being located in northwestern Spain, the airport likely experiences maritime influenced weather patterns with potential for rapid atmospheric changes.

Notable Features

The single runway 17/35 measuring 10,499 feet provides substantial operational flexibility for different aircraft types and weights. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, with a north-south alignment that can interact with regional topographical and coastal meteorological influences.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's geographic location and substantial runway length. The runway's extended asphalt surface provides good landing and takeoff capabilities, with orientation allowing for multiple approach strategies depending on prevailing wind conditions.

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.