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Weather Briefing
MVFRSamedan Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,600 feet and 5 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 16 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RASN. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm RASN between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
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5,905 ft | 130 ft | ASP | 29° |
↑ 15.8 kt
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↔ 2.8 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - LSZS
12,339 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Samedan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, December.
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Statistics computed from 12,339 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Samedan Airport
Overview
Samedan Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Switzerland at an elevation of 5,600 feet MSL, situated near the Alpine region. The airport serves the Engadin area, providing critical air access to this mountainous terrain with its single runway 03/21, which is 5,905 feet long and paved with asphalt.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Samedan are predominantly VFR, with 80.9% of observations showing good visibility and flying conditions. The airport experiences a significant temperature range from -24°C to 23°C, with an average temperature of -1.6°C, indicating potential winter operational challenges. Wind patterns are primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 5.2 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots.
Notable Features
The airport's high elevation at 5,600 feet MSL presents unique challenges for aircraft performance and operations. Its Alpine location demands heightened awareness of terrain and rapidly changing meteorological conditions. The surrounding mountainous landscape requires precise navigation and thorough pre-flight planning.
Approach Considerations
Runway 03/21 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 1.7 knots. Pilots should note that January, December, and October statistically offer the best VFR conditions. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present in only 4.1% of observations and no significant instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.
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