Palonegro Airport

SKBG / BGA

Bucaramanga, CO

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKBG 141500Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW015 BKN040 23/20 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,897 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,397 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,897 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Palonegro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 SKBG 141055Z 1412/1512 13004KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 1502/1506 VCTS BKN020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1507/1509 5000 TSRA BKN020CB TX26/1418Z TN19/1511Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KBG
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 7,381 ft 131 ft ASP 159° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKBG

6,072 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
5%
LIFR
3.8%

Palonegro Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.2 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 21.7°C (range: 17°C to 29°C). Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 19.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
3%
N
11.9%
S
21.6%
W
4%
NE
2.5%
NW
44.7%
SE
6.1%
SW
1.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.7°C
Range: 17°C to 29°C
17°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 19.8%

Best Months for VFR

September May December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,072 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Palonegro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKBG
IATA Code: BGA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,897 ft MSL

Location

City: Bucaramanga
Country: CO
Latitude: 7.126500°
Longitude: -73.184800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,381 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Palonegro Airport

Overview

Palonegro Airport serves Bucaramanga, Colombia as a medium-sized airport situated at 3897 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 7.126500, -73.184800, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northeastern Colombian region. Its single runway 17/35 extends 7,381 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 78% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature remains consistent, averaging 21.6°C with a moderate range between 17°C and 29°C. Pilots can expect northwest winds at an average of 6.9 knots, with maximum gusts up to 20 knots and calm conditions occurring 5.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation at 3,897 feet MSL suggests terrain interaction and potential density altitude considerations for aircraft performance. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with negligible instances of visibility below 3 miles. Seasonal fog occurs in 16.9% of observations, primarily impacting winter and transitional months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of only 3.1 knots. September, December, and January represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions during less predictable weather periods, when MVFR conditions represent 14.4% of observations.

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.