Sacramento Executive Airport

KSAC / SAC

Sacramento, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 01:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
01:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
11 kt
110°
10 SM
Visibility
6,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSAC 220153Z 11011KT 10SM FEW024 SCT042 BKN065 12/11 A2997 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT SE RAE46 SLP146 P0010 T01220106

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
BKN 6,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,424 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,224 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,524 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sacramento Executive Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 11 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain.

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
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
-29 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -383 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSAC 212326Z 2200/2224 17006G15KT P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN030CB FM220300 18007KT P6SM VCSH OVC050 FM220800 17008KT P6SM BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
03:00Z FM220300
+2h
VFR 180° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
08:00Z FM220800
+7h
VFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAC
02
20
12 ✈️
30
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 5,503 ft 150 ft ASP 33°
2.5 kt 10.7 kt
77° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
3,836 ft 100 ft ASP 133°
10.8 kt 1.9 kt
10° angle
16/34 3,485 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
3.9 kt 10.3 kt
69° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSAC

6,826 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.6%
MVFR
12.1%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
6.7%

Sacramento Executive Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 39.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 39.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.2%
NE
1.5%
E
3.9%
SE
12.9%
S
12.1%
SW
7.9%
W
4.6%
NW
10.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.4°C
Range: 1°C to 37°C
1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.9%
Fog Frequency: 9.7%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,826 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sacramento Executive Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSAC
IATA Code: SAC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Sacramento
Country: US
Latitude: 38.512501°
Longitude: -121.492996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,503 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 3,836 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,485 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sacramento Executive Airport

Overview

Sacramento Executive Airport serves the Sacramento metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 24 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 38.512501, -121.492996, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. It features three asphalt runways supporting various aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Sacramento Executive demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 62.3% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southeastern winds averaging 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of observations. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 37°C, with September, October, and January presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer multiple operational configurations with lengths ranging from 3,485 to 5,503 feet. All three runways exhibit 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 2.5 and 3.4 knots. Visibility averages 8.1 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 11.5% of observations experiencing fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the predominant southeastern wind pattern at 135 degrees. Runway 02/20, the longest at 5,503 feet, provides the most extensive landing surface. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 7% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and 14.5% of reports indicating Instrument Flight Rules 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.