South Bend International Airport (KSBN) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for South Bend International Airport in South Bend, IN, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
South Bend International Airport (KSBN) is a regional airport serving South Bend, IN at 799 ft. KSBN reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF, decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 6 runways (09L, 09R, 18, 27L), longest 8,412 ft, are checked against the current wind in the crosswind table below. The official FAA airport diagram is at the bottom of the page. Track KSBN in the ATIS Alerts Telegram bot to get a message when a new METAR changes the picture: flight category, wind, or ceiling past your selected minimums.
Wind from the north-northwest (330°) at 5 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, a few clouds at 5,000 ft, temperature 27°C (81°F), altimeter 29.88 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KSBN 122254Z 33005KT 10SM FEW050 27/20 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP111 T02720200
What changed at KSBN?
Since the 2154Z (5:54 PM EDT) report, compared automatically against the latest METAR.
- Pressure rising: altimeter 29.86 → 29.88 inHg.
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Current pilot readout for KSBN
KSBN is currently VFR with winds from 330° at 5 knots, visibility 10+ statute miles, and no ceiling reported. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 09L, about 4 knots. Density altitude is approximately 2,500 ft (field elevation 799 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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Runway wind check
Estimated head/tailwind and crosswind for each runway end from the current reported wind.
Use this section to quickly compare current wind alignment across available runways at KSBN. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36FAV | 7,101 ft | ASP | 4 kt head | 2 kt left |
| 27L | 8,412 ft | ASP | 2 kt head | 4 kt right |
| 27R | 4,300 ft | ASP | 2 kt head | 4 kt right |
| 09L | 4,300 ft | ASP | 2 kt tail | 4 kt left |
| 09R | 8,412 ft | ASP | 2 kt tail | 4 kt left |
| 18 | 7,101 ft | ASP | 4 kt tail | 2 kt right |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 23 h: wind 8→5 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KSBN weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast. Drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around South Bend International Airport in South Bend, IN: the NOAA/NWS NEXRAD composite updates about every five minutes, with NOAA lightning strike density overlaid. The loop plays the past 50 minutes, then continues into a future-radar forecast (+1 to +4 hours, NOAA HRRR model) so you can see where precipitation around KSBN is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © Stadia Maps © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap
Forecast frames (amber label) are HRRR model guidance, not observed radar. Lightning strike density appears as a blue-white glow when strikes are detected in view. Radar and lightning coverage are limited in parts of Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore areas. Not for navigation.
Pilot reports (PIREPs) within 100 NM of KSBN
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours, via aviationweather.gov.
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PWK UA /OV OBK/TM 2246/FL360/TP B737/TB OCNL LGT CHOP
PWK UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV OBKLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2246Reported at 22:46 UTC.FL360Altitude: 36,000 ft MSL.TP B737Aircraft type reporting.TB OCNL LGT CHOPTurbulence: occasional light chop.Show raw report
JOT UA /OV JOT/TM 2245/FL340/TP CRJ9/TB OCNL LGT CHOP
JOT UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV JOTLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2245Reported at 22:45 UTC.FL340Altitude: 34,000 ft MSL.TP CRJ9Aircraft type reporting.TB OCNL LGT CHOPTurbulence: occasional light chop.Show raw report
ORD UA /OV CGT360020/TM 2239/FL370/TP B738/TB CONS LGT CHOP OCNL MO DCHOP
ORD UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV CGT360020Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2239Reported at 22:39 UTC.FL370Altitude: 37,000 ft MSL.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.TB CONS LGT CHOP OCNL MO DCH…Turbulence: continuous light chop occasional mo dchop.Show raw report
FWA UA /OV OLK/TM 2138/FL340/TP BCS3/TB OCNL LGT CHOP
FWA UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV OLKLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2138Reported at 21:38 UTC.FL340Altitude: 34,000 ft MSL.TP BCS3Aircraft type reporting.TB OCNL LGT CHOPTurbulence: occasional light chop.Show raw report
GRR UA /OV VIO360010/TM 2130/FL350/TP B39M/TB LGT CHOP
GRR UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV VIO360010Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2130Reported at 21:30 UTC.FL350Altitude: 35,000 ft MSL.TP B39MAircraft type reporting.TB LGT CHOPTurbulence: light chop.Show raw report
JOT UA /OV JOT/TM 2042/FL380/TP B738/TB CONS LGT OCNL CHOP
JOT UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV JOTLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2042Reported at 20:42 UTC.FL380Altitude: 38,000 ft MSL.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.TB CONS LGT OCNL CHOPTurbulence: continuous light occasional chop.Show raw report
MWC UA /OV BAE120030/TM 2021/FL080/TP E75S/SK TOP085/TB INTMT MOD CHOP
MWC UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BAE120030Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2021Reported at 20:21 UTC.FL080Altitude: 8,000 ft MSL.TP E75SAircraft type reporting.SK TOP085Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.TB INTMT MOD CHOPTurbulence: intermittent moderate chop.Show raw report
ARP UAL2191 4305N 08718W 2018 F340 MS46 255/055KT TB LIGHT SK IN CLOUDS IC NONE
ARP UAL2191 4305N 08718W 201…Header: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use: conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KSBN
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KSBN reported mostly VFR across 24 observations, with 0 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 15 kt, the lowest ceiling was 4,300 ft. Wind most often came from the SE.
Most recent change: LIFR → VFR
- 18
- 40%
- 27L/27R
- 24%
- 36
- 23%
- 09L/09R
- 13%
TAF | Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 1720Z (1:20 PM EDT)
TAF KSBN 121720Z 1218/1318 24007KT P6SM BKN035 FM130100 VRB03KT P6SM SCT040 BKN250 FM131500 32011KT P6SM SCT030 BKN100
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KSBN
- IATA
- SBN
- FAA LID
- SBN
- City
- South Bend
- State
- Indiana
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 799 ft
- Coordinates
- 41.7083, -86.3169
- Runways
- 6
- Longest runway
- 8,412 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- ATIS
- 120.675 MHz
- CTAF
- 135.675 MHz
- Time zone
- America/Indiana/Indianapolis
- Sunset in
- 42m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
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25–50 NM
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50–100 NM
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Historical Flying Weather at KSBN
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KSBN reported VFR conditions during about 74.3% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 233 VFR flying days a year. July had the most VFR weather; January had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 7.6 kt, calm 11.8% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45.0 | 29.5 | 16.6 | 9.0 |
| Feb | 57.2 | 25.1 | 11.8 | 5.9 |
| Mar | 72.9 | 16.4 | 7.5 | 3.2 |
| Apr | 79.3 | 12.6 | 6.3 | 1.8 |
| May | 82.3 | 10.7 | 5.0 | 2.0 |
| Jun | 85.4 | 8.7 | 4.1 | 1.8 |
| Jul | 88.3 | 7.7 | 2.5 | 1.4 |
| Aug | 87.9 | 7.7 | 2.8 | 1.6 |
| Sep | 85.0 | 9.1 | 4.1 | 1.8 |
| Oct | 80.0 | 12.6 | 5.7 | 1.7 |
| Nov | 70.0 | 20.4 | 6.4 | 3.2 |
| Dec | 48.5 | 31.8 | 13.2 | 6.5 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 8.9 kt |
| Feb | 8.8 kt |
| Mar | 8.8 kt |
| Apr | 9.0 kt |
| May | 7.5 kt |
| Jun | 6.7 kt |
| Jul | 5.8 kt |
| Aug | 5.5 kt |
| Sep | 5.9 kt |
| Oct | 7.4 kt |
| Nov | 8.2 kt |
| Dec | 8.6 kt |
Historical summary of past observations: not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KSBN airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for South Bend International Airport in South Bend, IN shows the runway and taxiway layout across 6 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions. Review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2610 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KSBN weather: frequently asked
What runways are available at KSBN?+
KSBN has 6 runways: 09L, 09R, 18, 27L, 27R, 36; the longest is 8,412 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KSBN report its own weather?+
Yes. South Bend International Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KSBN have a TAF?+
Yes. The TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KSBN broadcast D-ATIS?+
No. KSBN does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KSBN from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KSBN airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for South Bend International Airport (KSBN) is shown on this page. It maps the runway and taxiway layout, ramps, and hold-short lines. Tap it to zoom, or download the official FAA PDF free from the link under the diagram (updated every 28-day FAA charting cycle).
Pilot PIREPs for South Bend International Airport (KSBN)
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Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for South Bend International Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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