Juan Casiano Airport

SKGP / GPI

Guapi, CO

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
22:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
7 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKGP 142200Z 32007KT 9999 VCSH SCT050 31/25 Q1006 RMK VCSH/E

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 164 ft
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,164 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Juan Casiano Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 11.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 7 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (164 ft)
Pressure Alt
382 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,341 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KGP
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
4,256 ft 66 ft ASP 18°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKGP

2,983 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.4%
MVFR
40.1%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Juan Casiano Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 8.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.7°C (range: 21°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.3%
NE
0.8%
E
0.5%
SE
3.1%
S
29.1%
SW
8.6%
W
9%
NW
24.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.7°C
Range: 21°C to 36°C
21°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.1%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,983 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Juan Casiano Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKGP
IATA Code: GPI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 164 ft MSL

Location

City: Guapi
Country: CO
Latitude: 2.570130°
Longitude: -77.897969°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,256 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Juan Casiano Airport

Overview

Juan Casiano Airport serves the coastal region of Guapi in Colombia, providing essential aviation infrastructure for a medium-sized airport at 164 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 2.570130, -77.897969, the airport supports regional transportation needs in this southwestern Colombian locality.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Juan Casiano Airport demonstrate significant variability, with mixed flight rules predominating. Observations show 53.1% MVFR conditions, indicating potential moderate challenges for pilots, while VFR conditions exist 35% of the time. Temperatures consistently range between 22°C and 31°C, with an average of 26.2°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 extends 4,256 feet with an asphalted surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing southerly winds. Wind patterns are characterized by consistent southern flow at an average of 6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 16 knots and calm periods occurring 5.1% of the time. Visibility remains strong, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 offers favorable wind alignment, with 100% compatibility to prevailing wind directions and an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. January, December, and September represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential fog conditions, which occur in 9.8% of observations, and prepare accordingly during approach and landing.

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.