Termas de Río Hondo international Airport

SANR / RHD

Termas de Río Hondo, AR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
4 kt
50°
5 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANR 222300Z 05004KT 5000 -DZ OVC020 17/15 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 935 ft
OVC 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,935 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Termas de Río Hondo international Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Drizzle, Heavy Drizzle, Fog, Drizzle, Mist.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SANR 221700Z 2218/2318 11005KT 5000 -DZ BKN005 OVC015 TX13/2318Z TN13/2310Z BECMG 2303/2306 18005KT 0300 +DZ FG OVC002 BECMG 2310/2312 2000 DZ BR BKN005 OVC008 BECMG 2313/2316 VRB03KT 5000 DZ BR BKN006 OVC010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:20Z BASE
+0h
IFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Drizzle
03:00Z BECMG
+4h
LIFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 0.3 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Heavy Drizzle, Fog
10:00Z BECMG
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Drizzle, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANR
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
8,232 ft 98 ft ASPHALT
3.1 kt 2.6 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 - SANR

3,086 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.1%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
0.6%

Termas de Río Hondo international Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 136 knots. Temperature extremes range from 9°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 136 kt
Calm Winds: 3.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.6%
NE
15.7%
E
11.6%
SE
7.6%
S
12.4%
SW
14.4%
W
12.3%
NW
2.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.3°C
Range: 9°C to 41°C
9°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,086 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Termas de Río Hondo international Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANR
IATA Code: RHD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 935 ft MSL

Location

City: Termas de Río Hondo
Country: AR
Latitude: -27.496600°
Longitude: -64.935950°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,232 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

About Termas de Río Hondo international Airport

Overview

Termas de Río Hondo International Airport serves the Santiago del Estero Province in northern Argentina, providing critical regional aviation infrastructure. Located at coordinates -27.496600, -64.935950, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its substantial 8,232-foot asphalt runway. The airport is strategically positioned to serve both commercial and potentially military aviation needs in this part of Argentina.

Flying Conditions

Situated at an elevation of 935 feet mean sea level, Termas de Río Hondo experiences typical subtropical climate conditions characteristic of northern Argentina. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and potentially challenging humidity levels that can impact aircraft performance, especially during summer months. The single runway orientation (01/19) suggests wind conditions may vary significantly throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) provides a robust 8,232-foot asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic location in the Río Hondo region suggests potential terrain variations that pilots should carefully assess during approach and departure phases. The moderate elevation of 935 feet MSL indicates relatively stable atmospheric conditions compared to high-altitude airport environments.

Approach Considerations

Given the runway's 01/19 orientation, pilots should carefully analyze current wind conditions to determine optimal approach and landing strategies. The substantial runway length of 8,232 feet provides significant margin for safe landings and takeoffs across various aircraft types. Standard instrument approach procedures should be thoroughly reviewed, with particular attention to local terrain and potential wind shear conditions specific to the Río Hondo region.

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.