Cafayate Airport

SA02

Cafayate, AR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 06:00Z

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Currently using: SANT
Weather Source: Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (SANT)
Distance: 65nm / 120km from SA02

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
4 kt
200°
4 km
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANT 040600Z 20004KT 180V240 4000 BR BKN002 OVC007 06/06 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,375 ft
BKN 200 ft AGL
OVC 700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,575 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,075 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Cafayate Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 700 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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: Mist, Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 07:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SANT 032300Z 0400/0424 07005KT 5000 BR OVC020 TX11/0419Z TN03/0411Z BECMG 0403/0406 VRB02KT 2000 BR OVC007 TEMPO 0407/0412 0300 FG OVC002 BECMG 0414/0416 05010KT 9999 NSW BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Mist
07:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.3 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
14:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR 50° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A02
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
7,242 ft 75 ft ASP 147°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cafayate Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SA02
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,375 ft MSL

Location

City: Cafayate
Country: AR
Latitude: -26.056101°
Longitude: -65.936897°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,242 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cafayate Airport

Cafayate Airport (SA02) is located in Cafayate, AR at an elevation of 5,375 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 7,242 feet.

Airport Overview

Cafayate Airport serves Cafayate in AR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (15/33) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 7,242 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 5375 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SA02, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.