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Weather Briefing
VFRSan Ignacio de Velasco Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (360°) at 6 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
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9,055 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 169° |
↑ 6.0 kt
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↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
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Weather Statistics - SLSV
2,979 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
San Ignacio de Velasco Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 1.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 46.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 38°C with an average of 27.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, November.
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Statistics computed from 2,979 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
San Ignacio de Velasco Airport - Airport Information
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About San Ignacio de Velasco Airport
Overview
San Ignacio de Velasco Airport serves as a critical medium-sized airport located in eastern Bolivia at 1,477 feet mean sea level. The airport is strategically positioned in the San Ignacio de Velasco municipality, supporting regional transportation infrastructure with a substantial 9,055-foot asphalt runway capable of handling diverse aircraft types.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at San Ignacio de Velasco Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 61.4% of observations confirming VFR conditions and an additional 37.9% indicating marginal VFR. The airport experiences consistent winds from the northwest (315°) at an average speed of 7.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 38°C and an average of 27.8°C.
Notable Features
The airport's single runway (18/36) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 1.8 knots. Its geographical coordinates (-16.401239, -61.045200) place it in a region with typically stable atmospheric conditions, as evidenced by consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and zero reported instances of fog.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, January, and November, which represent the best VFR months for operations. The extensive 9,055-foot runway provides substantial landing and takeoff flexibility, while the prevailing northwest winds and low average crosswind contribute to predictable and stable approach characteristics.
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