Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport

SPSO / PIO

Pisco, PE

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
14 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPSO 142300Z 21014KT 9999 OVC030 20/18 Q1010 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 22/04 PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 39 ft
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,039 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 14 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 14 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (39 ft)
Pressure Alt
137 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 746 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPSO 141720Z 1418/1518 26008KT 9000 NSC TX24/1419Z TN19/1511Z BECMG 1420/1422 20014KT BECMG 1505/1508 VRB03KT TEMPO 1508/1511 3500 BR BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: 9 km
05:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR VRB 3 kt
08:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSO
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,908 ft 148 ft ASP 38°
13.8 kt 2.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPSO

5,640 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
28.5%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
1.1%

Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 31°C with an average of 20.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.1%
NE
3.2%
E
5.1%
SE
2.8%
S
14%
SW
38.8%
W
18.6%
NW
11.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.9°C
Range: 11°C to 31°C
11°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,640 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPSO
IATA Code: PIO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 39 ft MSL

Location

City: Pisco
Country: PE
Latitude: -13.744900°
Longitude: -76.220299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,908 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport

Overview

Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport serves Pisco, Peru, located at 39 feet mean sea level with coordinates -13.744900, -76.220299. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the coastal region, featuring a single substantial runway 04/22 measuring 9,908 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly visual flight rule (VFR) conditions 52.6% of the time, with marginal VFR conditions present 33.9% of observations. Temperature ranges from 11°C to 28°C with an average of 19.3°C, and winds typically originate from the southwest at 225° with an average speed of 8 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near Pisco suggests potential maritime weather influences and potential wind variability. With only 1.4% of observations reporting instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions and minimal fog (0.3%), the airport generally offers stable flying environments, particularly during peak months of November, December, and January.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.2 knots. Pilots can expect consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of visibility below 3 statute miles, supporting predictable approach and landing conditions.

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.