Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport

PANC / ANC

Anchorage, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
08:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -23°C
5 kt
10°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PANC 050853Z 01005KT 10SM CLR M15/M23 A2970 RMK AO2 SLP061 T11501233 411111222 51016 $
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (152 ft)
Pressure Alt
370 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,194 ft
ISA Deviation: -29.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF PANC 050557Z 0506/0612 33007KT P6SM SKC FM051400 36005KT P6SM FEW035 BKN100 FM052000 36005KT P6SM SCT035 BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM051400
+5h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
20:00Z FM052000
+11h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANC
07L
25R
07R
25L
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07L/25R 10,600 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
07R/25L 12,400 ft 200 ft ASP 90°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
10,865 ft 200 ft ASP 165°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PANC

5,140 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
13.1%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
5.2%

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 23.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
32.6%
NE
12.5%
E
8.7%
SE
6.8%
S
6.6%
SW
1.7%
W
2.3%
NW
5.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.3°C
Range: -27°C to 16°C
-27°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.4%
Fog Frequency: 7.3%

Best Months for VFR

March December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,140 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PANC
IATA Code: ANC
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 152 ft MSL

Location

City: Anchorage
Country: US
Latitude: 61.179004°
Longitude: -149.992561°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+10

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 10,600 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 12,400 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 10,865 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport

Overview

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in Alaska, strategically located in Anchorage at 61.179004, -149.992561. As a large airport sitting at 152 feet mean sea level, it provides essential infrastructure for both commercial and cargo operations in the challenging Alaskan environment.

Flying Conditions

Anchorage's airport experiences significant seasonal weather variations that can impact flight operations. The airport's three substantial runways (10,600 ft, 12,400 ft, and 10,865 ft) are all asphalted, providing robust landing surface options across different wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Alaskan coastal region.

Notable Features

The airport features three substantial runways oriented to accommodate varied wind directions: 07L/25R, 07R/25L, and 15/33. Its significant runway lengths enable operations for large commercial and cargo aircraft, making it a critical transit point for trans-Pacific routes. The airport's geographic position provides unique challenges and opportunities for aviation navigation.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the airport's three runway configurations, which offer flexibility in landing based on prevailing wind conditions. The longest runway (07R/25L at 12,400 ft) provides extended landing capabilities for larger aircraft. Pilots should be prepared for potential rapid meteorological changes typical of the Anchorage coastal environment.

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.