Inca Manco Capac International Airport

SPJL / JUL

Juliaca, PE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
03:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
5 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1039 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPJL 040300Z 02005KT 9999 SCT020 BKN080 05/03 Q1039 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 12/30 PP004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12,552 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,552 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,552 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Inca Manco Capac International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 7.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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. 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 with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.

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.

QNH
1039 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
621 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12,552 ft)
Pressure Alt
11,780 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 13,592 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SPJL 032300Z 0400/0424 23004KT 9999 SCT020 TX17/0418Z TN02/0410Z TEMPO 0400/0402 TSRA SCT020TCU FM041930 12009KT 9999 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z FM041930
+9h
VFR 120° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PJL
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
13,779 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPJL

3,935 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.9%
MVFR
4%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0.1%

Inca Manco Capac International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 47 knots. Temperatures typically range between -7°C and 22°C with an average of 12.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, July, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 47 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.2%
N
11.8%
S
7.4%
W
11.6%
NE
12.8%
NW
10.5%
SE
18.1%
SW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: -7°C to 22°C
-7°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

June July October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,935 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Inca Manco Capac International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPJL
IATA Code: JUL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12,552 ft MSL

Location

City: Juliaca
Country: PE
Latitude: -15.467100°
Longitude: -70.158203°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 13,779 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Inca Manco Capac International Airport

Overview

Inca Manco Capac International Airport serves Juliaca, Peru, at a high elevation of 12,552 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in the Andean highlands, connecting the region through its single runway 12/30 measuring 13,779 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals highly consistent VFR conditions, with 95.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Temperatures range from 2°C to 22°C, averaging 13.6°C, with most favorable flying conditions occurring in October, November, and December. Prevailing easterly winds at an average of 6.5 knots support predictable flight operations.

Notable Features

Located at significant altitude in the Peruvian high plateau, the airport presents challenges typical of high-elevation airfields. The extreme elevation requires careful aircraft performance calculations and awareness of reduced air density. Runway surface is asphalt (ASP), providing standard ground characteristics for medium airport operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 3.5 knots. Maximum recorded wind speeds of 47 knots indicate potential for occasional challenging wind conditions, necessitating thorough pre-flight wind assessment and potential alternate planning.

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.