Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport

LEXJ / SDR

Santander, ES

Last Updated
Jun 7, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEXJ 071530Z 05006KT 9999 SCT029 20/15 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
SCT 2,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,916 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 22:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 03:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 LEXJ 071400Z 0715/0815 26005KT 9999 FEW030 TX20/0813Z TN16/0805Z TEMPO 0715/0719 05010KT PROB30 TEMPO 0722/0807 BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 0803/0807 3000 BR PROB30 TEMPO 0809/0815 34010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
03:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EXJ
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
7,612 ft 148 ft ASP 110°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEXJ

12,550 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.6%
MVFR
26.8%
IFR
6%
LIFR
1.6%

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 9.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.2%
N
5.6%
S
10.2%
W
18.5%
NE
8.3%
NW
10.8%
SE
2.8%
SW
27.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.6°C
Range: 1°C to 35°C
1°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

June October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 12,550 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEXJ
IATA Code: SDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Santander
Country: ES
Latitude: 43.427101°
Longitude: -3.820010°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,612 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport

Overview

Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport serves the coastal region of Santander in northern Spain, located at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Cantabria region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations with its single runway 11/29 measuring 7,612 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at the airport are predominantly VFR, with 68.5% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The prevailing southwest winds average 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 43 knots, and periods of calm at 13.5% of observations. Temperature variations range from 1°C to 27°C, with an average of 13.7°C, suggesting moderate climate conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near 43.4271°N, 3.8200°W introduces potential maritime weather influences and terrain considerations for pilots. Runway 11/29 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.6 knots, which provides relatively consistent approach and departure parameters for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and January offer the best VFR conditions for flight operations, with minimal fog (1.5% of observations) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns from the southwest, which align well with the airport's primary runway orientation, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures.

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.