El Palomar Airport

SADP / EPA

El Palomar, AR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
0 kt
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SADP 230500Z 00000KT 8000 NSC 08/08 Q1020

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Palomar Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

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.

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 SADP 222300Z 2300/2324 VRB03KT CAVOK TX22/2318Z TN09/2309Z PROB30 TEMPO 2308/2311 5000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADP
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 6,923 ft 147 ft CON 165°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
165° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SADP

5,239 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
1.2%

El Palomar Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 5.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.9%
NE
16.6%
E
24.2%
SE
12.1%
S
12.6%
SW
6.9%
W
5.9%
NW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.1°C
Range: 3°C to 38°C
3°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.3%

Best Months for VFR

January February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,239 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

El Palomar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SADP
IATA Code: EPA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 59 ft MSL

Location

City: El Palomar
Country: AR
Latitude: -34.609900°
Longitude: -58.612600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 6,923 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About El Palomar Airport

Overview

El Palomar Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in the El Palomar region of Argentina, situated near Buenos Aires. The airport's geographical coordinates are -34.609900, -58.612600, with an elevation of 59 feet mean sea level (MSL), positioning it in a relatively low-altitude environment.

Flying Conditions

Being located at a low elevation of 59 ft MSL, El Palomar experiences generally stable atmospheric conditions typical of the Buenos Aires metropolitan area. Pilots should anticipate standard temperature and pressure variations consistent with the region's subtropical climate, which can influence aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing on the 6,923-foot concrete runway.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (17/35) oriented north-south, which provides flexibility for aircraft operations based on wind conditions. Its concrete surface and substantial length of 6,923 feet accommodate a variety of medium-sized aircraft, supporting regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35's orientation suggests potential advantages for managing crosswinds and providing consistent approach options. Pilots should conduct standard pre-flight planning to assess current wind vectors and their potential impact on landing and takeoff performance, taking into account the runway's dimensional characteristics and the airport's low-elevation environment.

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.