Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport

SCJO / ZOS

Osorno, CL

Last Updated
May 14, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCJO 141200Z VRB02KT 9999 OVC015 07/06 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 187 ft
OVC 1,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,687 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 12 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.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCJO 141124Z 1412/1424 VRB02KT 3000 BR SCT015 BKN020 TN07/1412Z TX12/1418Z BECMG 1414/1416 9999 NSW BECMG 1418/1420 BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:30Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Mist
14:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CJO
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 6,398 ft 118 ft ASP 155° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SCJO

2,988 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.6%
MVFR
11.9%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
6.8%

Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 80 knots. Calm conditions occur 19% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 80 kt
Calm Winds: 19%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.5%
N
18.4%
S
20.6%
W
10.2%
NE
11.7%
NW
8.5%
SE
6.1%
SW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 12°C
Range: -2°C to 37°C
-2°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.1%

Best Months for VFR

November December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,988 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCJO
IATA Code: ZOS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 187 ft MSL

Location

City: Osorno
Country: CL
Latitude: -40.611198°
Longitude: -73.060997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 6,398 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport

Overview

Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport serves Osorno, Chile, as a medium-sized regional airport located at 40.6°S latitude. Situated at 187 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for southern Chile's Los Lagos Region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.4% of observations showing clear flying weather. Seasonal variations show optimal VFR conditions in November, December, and January, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 37°C and an average of 12.8°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 5.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring 17.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway 15/33 is 6,398 feet long with an asphalted surface, oriented to take advantage of the prevailing southern wind patterns. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility, and fog occurs in only 3.6% of observations. The airport's geographic location suggests terrain considerations typical of southern Chilean coastal and volcanic regions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting operations 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.1 knots. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions, particularly during the summer months when VFR conditions are most stable. The low frequency of IFR (4.7%) and LIFR (4.3%) conditions suggests generally reliable visual approaches.

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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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.