Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport

SANE / SDE

Santiago del Estero, AR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANE 222100Z 15005KT 9999 SCT008 BKN010 17/16 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 656 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,456 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,656 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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, Drizzle, Fog, Light Drizzle, Mist, 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 SANE 221700Z 2218/2318 16005KT 5000 -DZ BKN006 OVC010 TX15/2318Z TN14/2310Z BECMG 2303/2306 18005KT 0500 DZ FG OVC002 BECMG 2310/2312 3500 -DZ BR BKN005 OVC008 BECMG 2313/2316 5000 DZ BR BKN007 OVC012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
IFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light Drizzle
03:00Z BECMG
+6h
LIFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 0.5 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Drizzle, Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANE
3
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 3/21
Active: 21
7,946 ft 148 ft ASP 27°
2.5 kt 4.3 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 - SANE

5,140 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.7%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
3.7%
LIFR
1.1%

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 58 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 58 kt
Calm Winds: 5.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.2%
NE
21.6%
E
19.7%
SE
9.3%
S
17.2%
SW
2.7%
W
3.7%
NW
2.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.5°C
Range: 4°C to 43°C
4°C 43°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Statistics computed from 5,140 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANE
IATA Code: SDE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 656 ft MSL

Location

City: Santiago del Estero
Country: AR
Latitude: -27.765556°
Longitude: -64.309998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 3/21
Length: 7,946 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport

Overview

Vicecomodoro Angel D. La Paz Aragonés Airport serves Santiago del Estero in Argentina, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at coordinates -27.765556, -64.309998, this facility provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Santiago del Estero province. The airport sits at an elevation of 656 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's mid-latitude location suggests variable weather conditions typical of central Argentina. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations due to the airport's inland position at moderate elevation. Temperature and wind shifts can be significant, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (3/21) with a substantial length of 7,946 feet constructed with asphalt surface. Its geographic positioning in Santiago del Estero indicates a relatively flat terrain surrounding the airport environment. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Runway 3/21's extended length provides flexibility for various aircraft types operating at this regional facility. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during preflight planning, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components. The airport's moderate elevation of 656 feet MSL offers relatively straightforward approach and landing characteristics.

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.