Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport

SPSO / PIO

Pisco, PE

Last Updated
Jul 3, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
13 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPSO 032200Z 22013KT 9999 NSC 22/17 Q1012 RMK TX23.4 BIRD HAZARD RWY 22/04 PP000

Weather Briefing

VFR

Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 13 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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 4 to 16 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 21:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 11:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (39 ft)
Pressure Alt
77 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 926 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPSO 031720Z 0318/0418 27008KT 9999 OVC030 TX23/0319Z TN15/0411Z TEMPO 0321/0323 21016KT FM040400 09004KT 8000 NSC TEMPO 0411/0413 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
04:00Z FM040400
+6h
MVFR 90° 4 kt
Visibility: 8 km

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°
13.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPSO

6,818 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.1%
MVFR
31.1%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
1%

Captain Renán Elías Olivera International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 31°C with an average of 20.8°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: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.1%
N
3.7%
S
15%
W
17.4%
NE
3%
NW
9.7%
SE
4.9%
SW
38.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.8°C
Range: 11°C to 31°C
11°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 6,818 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.