Mariscal Lamar Airport

SECU / CUE

Cuenca, EC

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
9 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
347 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SECU 142300Z 06009KT 9999 BKN033 19/08 Q1025 RMK A3027

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8,306 ft
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,606 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mariscal Lamar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 9 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
347 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
70 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (8,306 ft)
Pressure Alt
28,294 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 30,767 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.6°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECU
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,234 ft 118 ft ASP 52°
9.0 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 - SECU

3,982 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.8%
MVFR
6.5%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0%

Mariscal Lamar Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 200 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 51°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 200 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
23.4%
E
22.6%
SE
7.5%
S
10.4%
SW
20.6%
W
4.4%
NW
2.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.8°C
Range: 2°C to 51°C
2°C 51°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

April December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,982 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mariscal Lamar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SECU
IATA Code: CUE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,306 ft MSL

Location

City: Cuenca
Country: EC
Latitude: -2.889470°
Longitude: -78.984398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,234 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mariscal Lamar Airport

Overview

Mariscal Lamar Airport serves Cuenca, Ecuador, situated at a high elevation of 8,306 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both regional and local air transportation needs in this mountainous area of Ecuador.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 92.2% of observations indicating good visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east (90°), averaging 5.5 knots with occasional peaks up to 19 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 51°C, with an average of 16.7°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -2.889470, -78.984398, the airport is positioned in a mountainous terrain characteristic of the Ecuadorian Andes. The single runway 06/24 is 6,234 feet long with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. High elevation and surrounding terrain will impact aircraft performance and require careful flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. December, September, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential visibility challenges, as 3.9% of observations indicate fog potential, though average visibility remains excellent at 10 statute miles.

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.