San Fernando Airport

SADF

San Fernando, AR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SADF 040900Z 00000KT 9999 MIFG NSC 17/17 Q1011

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SADF 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT 0500 FG NSC TX32/0418Z TN17/0410Z BECMG 0412/0413 CAVOK BECMG 0416/0418 09010KT BECMG 0404/0406 16015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:32Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 0.5 km
Fog
12:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 90° 10 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADF
5
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
5/23 5,909 ft 98 ft ASP 44°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
44° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SADF

5,100 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.3%
MVFR
7.8%
IFR
2.8%
LIFR
1.1%

San Fernando Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.3%
NE
11.9%
E
30.5%
SE
9.8%
S
11.2%
SW
8.7%
W
6.5%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.9°C
Range: 6°C to 38°C
6°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Statistics computed from 5,100 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Fernando Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SADF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: San Fernando
Country: AR
Latitude: -34.453200°
Longitude: -58.589600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 5/23
Length: 5,909 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About San Fernando Airport

Overview

San Fernando Airport is a medium-sized airport located in San Fernando, Argentina, serving the greater Buenos Aires metropolitan area. Situated at a low elevation of 10 feet mean sea level, the airport plays a regional transportation role for commercial and general aviation operations. Its geographical coordinates place it at -34.453200 latitude and -58.589600 longitude.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and proximity to the Buenos Aires region suggests a maritime climate with potential for variable wind conditions. Given its single runway orientation of 5/23, pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges, particularly during seasonal transition periods. The 5909-foot asphalted runway provides substantial landing and takeoff surface for most medium-sized aircraft.

Notable Features

San Fernando Airport's runway configuration allows operations in two primary directions (05 and 23 headings), providing flexibility for different wind conditions. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant terrain-related considerations for approach and departure procedures. Its location near Buenos Aires suggests potential for complex airspace interactions with other regional airports.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05 and 23 both measure 5909 feet in length, offering symmetrical operational capabilities. Pilots should carefully assess current wind conditions to determine the most appropriate runway for landing, considering potential crosswind components. Standard approach procedures will be influenced by the airport's low elevation and surrounding metropolitan terrain.

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.