Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport

GCXO / TFN

Tenerife, ES

Last Updated
May 15, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
18 kt
300° G29 kt
10+ km
Visibility
700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GCXO 150000Z AUTO 30018G29KT 9999 OVC007 13/12 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,076 ft
OVC 700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,776 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 18 knots with gusts to 29 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 700 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: DZRA, Patches Fog, Fog, RADZ. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 21:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with DZRA, Patches Fog between 21:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 01:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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 GCXO 142000Z 1421/1521 32016KT 9999 BKN016 TX17/1514Z TN11/1506Z PROB30 TEMPO 1421/1521 32016G26KT PROB40 TEMPO 1421/1509 3000 DZRA BCFG BKN010 PROB30 TEMPO 1501/1506 0800 FG BKN005 PROB30 TEMPO 1509/1521 RADZ BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
RADZ

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CXO
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,404 ft 148 ft ASP 111°
18.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GCXO

11,514 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.3%
MVFR
29.8%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
7.4%

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 35°C with an average of 15.5°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
0.7%
E
5.9%
SE
12.5%
S
3.9%
SW
1%
W
24.1%
NW
44.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.5°C
Range: 7°C to 35°C
7°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.8%

Best Months for VFR

November October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,514 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GCXO
IATA Code: TFN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,076 ft MSL

Location

City: Tenerife
Country: ES
Latitude: 28.482700°
Longitude: -16.341499°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,404 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport

Overview

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport serves Tenerife's northern region, situated at an elevation of 2,076 feet MSL on the Canary Islands. The airport primarily handles regional and inter-island traffic, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the Canary Island archipelago. Its medium-sized classification supports diverse flight operations across the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 56.4% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Wind patterns are consistently from the northwest (315°) at an average of 10.5 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 36 knots. Temperature ranges from 9°C to 35°C, with an average of 16.6°C, offering relatively stable thermal conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (12/30) extends 10,404 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its elevated position at 2,076 feet provides unique terrain interactions, particularly with northwestern wind patterns. The surrounding geographic context of Tenerife's mountainous landscape can create complex local wind and visibility conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, though pilots should note occasional fog events occurring in 13% of observations. October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months for this airport.

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.