Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez

SGPI / PIL

Pilar, PY

Last Updated
Jul 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
4 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
5,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SGPI 041800Z 18004KT 9999 OVC057 10/05 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 249 ft
OVC 5,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,949 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 4.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5700 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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 SGPI 041625Z 0418/0518 14004KT CAVOK TX13/0418Z TN07/0510Z BECMG 0422/0501 VRB03KT 9999 BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPI
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
4,920 ft 62 ft CON
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SGPI

2,178 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.2%
MVFR
20%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
0.4%

Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez typically experiences VFR conditions 76.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 13% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 13%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.4%
N
8.6%
S
20.2%
W
2.5%
NE
15.9%
NW
2.4%
SE
16.5%
SW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.6°C
Range: 4°C to 40°C
4°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

February September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,178 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SGPI
IATA Code: PIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 249 ft MSL

Location

City: Pilar
Country: PY
Latitude: -26.881981°
Longitude: -58.319067°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,920 ft
Width: 62 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez

Overview

Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel Gimenez serves the Pilar region in Paraguay, providing a medium-sized airport facility at an elevation of 249 feet MSL. Located at coordinates -26.881981, -58.319067, the airport supports regional aviation operations with its single runway 02/20 measuring 4,920 feet of concrete surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 77.2% of observations showing clear weather and only 3.7% of time in challenging IFR or LIFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeastern winds averaging 6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 11°C to 38°C with an average of 24.6°C.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 02/20 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging just 3.6 knots, which contributes to comfortable approach and landing scenarios. Visibility consistently remains strong, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

September, January, and November represent the most predictable and favorable flying months with optimal weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate southeast winds during approach, which align well with the runway heading. The calm wind percentage of 11.9% suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions for most operations.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.