La Independencia Airport

SCRG

Rancagua, CL

Last Updated
May 14, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
6 km
Visibility
15,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCRG 141200Z 00000KT 6000 BR BKN150 07/07 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,446 ft
BKN 15,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,446 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

La Independencia Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 15,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 15000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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 SCRG 141022Z 1412/1424 VRB02KT 8000 SCT150 TX19/1419Z TN08/1412Z BECMG 1412/1414 CAVOK BECMG 1416/1418 19010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 8 km
16:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 190° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CRG
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,414 ft 75 ft ASP 36°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
36° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SCRG

1,032 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.4%
MVFR
9.8%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
1.6%

La Independencia Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 9.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
1.3%
N
1.1%
S
69.6%
W
1%
NE
4.2%
NW
0.9%
SE
1.8%
SW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.8°C
Range: 1°C to 35°C
1°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

December March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,032 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Independencia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCRG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,446 ft MSL

Location

City: Rancagua
Country: CL
Latitude: -34.173698°
Longitude: -70.775703°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,414 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Independencia Airport

Overview

La Independencia Airport serves Rancagua, Chile, positioned at 1,446 feet MSL with coordinates -34.173698, -70.775703. As a medium airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure in the central Chilean region, supporting regional transportation and potentially agricultural or commercial aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 85.6% of observations showing clear flying weather. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 35°C, averaging 21.2°C, with wind typically from the south at 7.8 knots. Pilots can expect stable conditions, particularly during October, November, and December, which represent the best VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (03/21) measuring 5,414 feet with an asphalt surface. Its southern Chilean location suggests potential terrain variations and microclimatic influences that pilots should assess during preflight planning. Wind patterns show consistent southerly direction with minimal variability, which can aid in predictable flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 2.3 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present in just 1.3% of observations). Pilots can anticipate reliable approach conditions with high probability of visual reference maintenance.

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.