Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field

Airport Airport

IATA Code
SMX
ICAO Code
KSMX
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Santa Maria Public Airport (Captain G. Allan Hancock Field) is a single-terminal regional airport serving Santa Maria and nearby communities. The compact passenger facility supports scheduled commercial flights as well as general aviation and cargo operations.

Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field
Elevation: 79 m
34.8989, -120.4570

Terminal Guide for Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field #

One terminal building contains ticketing, security and a small number of gates; passenger flow is straightforward with short distances between check-in, security and the gates. There are no internal shuttle systems or multiple concourses.

Getting to and From Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field #

The airport is a short drive from Santa Maria and surrounding coastal towns - taxis, ride-share and rental cars are the primary ground-transport options. Public transport is limited compared with larger airports.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field #

Facilities include rental-car services, vending or a small café, adjacent parking and basic passenger services. There are no large airline lounges and retail options are limited. Accessibility services are available on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field #

There are no on-airport hotels; hotels are located in Santa Maria and nearby communities and are a short drive from the terminal. For long layovers consider hotels along the main highway corridors.

Tips for Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field #

  • Santa Maria Public Airport is compact - expect short walks between curb and gates and relatively quick baggage service.
  • If you need a rental car, reserve ahead during holiday periods; counters are available but fleets are not large.
  • The airport is convenient for Santa Maria and nearby coastal towns; factor local traffic on weekends and during seasonal events.

Weather & Climate near Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field #

Climate

Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in September) and cool winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 4°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 25 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.0h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.

84 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
14.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

September

September is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.

92 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
24°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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