Presidente General Don Oscar D. Gestido International Airport

SURV / RVY

Rivera, UY

Last Updated
May 15, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
17:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
140°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SURV 151700Z 14006KT 090V200 CAVOK 16/08 Q1018

Weather Briefing

VFR

Presidente General Don Oscar D. Gestido International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 6 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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, Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 03:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SURV 151145Z 1512/1612 12005KT 9999 FEW015 TX17/1518Z TN04/1610Z TEMPO 1603/1612 3000 BR SCT010 TEMPO 1606/1612 0600 FG OVC005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
URV
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
6,004 ft 0 ft UNK
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SURV

5,704 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.5%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
9.2%
LIFR
10.3%

Presidente General Don Oscar D. Gestido International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.1%
NE
4.8%
E
23.1%
SE
16.9%
S
17%
SW
12.3%
W
12.3%
NW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.2°C
Range: 2°C to 37°C
2°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.6%

Best Months for VFR

November January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,704 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Presidente General Don Oscar D. Gestido International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SURV
IATA Code: RVY
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 712 ft MSL

Location

City: Rivera
Country: UY
Latitude: -30.974600°
Longitude: -55.476200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,004 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Presidente General Don Oscar D. Gestido International Airport

Presidente General Don Oscar D. Gestido International Airport (SURV/RVY) is located in Rivera, UY at an elevation of 712 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 6,004 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 63.5% of the time based on 5,704 observations, SURV requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 19.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 13.6% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at SURV come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 5.9 knots. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are November, January, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 2°C (36°F) to 37°C (99°F), averaging 20.2°C (68°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10 to 10.2 inHg (339-345 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 5,704 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.