El Dorado International Airport

SKBO / BOG

Bogota, CO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1030 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKBO 041400Z VRB02KT 9999 VCSH FEW017 SCT025 OVC040 14/11 Q1030 NOSIG RMK VCSH E/SE

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8,361 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,061 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,861 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,361 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

El Dorado International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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. Expected weather includes: Drizzle. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Drizzle between 19:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1030 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
751 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (8,361 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,859 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,746 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SKBO 041055Z 0412/0512 10004KT 9999 SCT020 BKN060 PROB30 TEMPO 0419/0423 8000 DZ SCT020 BKN040 TX18/0418Z TN10/0510Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
19:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Drizzle

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KBO
14L
32R
14R
32L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14L/32R 12,467 ft 148 ft ASP 127° No wind data
14R/32L 12,467 ft 148 ft ASP 127° 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 - SKBO

8,572 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
1.3%

El Dorado International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 27°C with an average of 14.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.6%
N
14.5%
S
5%
W
13.4%
NE
25.6%
NW
13.3%
SE
10.6%
SW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.3°C
Range: 4°C to 27°C
4°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.4%

Best Months for VFR

July May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,572 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

El Dorado International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKBO
IATA Code: BOG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,361 ft MSL

Location

City: Bogota
Country: CO
Latitude: 4.701590°
Longitude: -74.146900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About El Dorado International Airport

Overview

El Dorado International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Bogota, Colombia, handling significant commercial and cargo traffic. Located at an elevation of 8,361 feet mean sea level, it is a high-altitude airport that presents unique operational challenges for aircraft and flight crews.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 8,361 ft MSL significantly impacts aircraft performance, requiring careful weight and balance calculations and reduced payload capabilities. Bogota's mountainous terrain and proximity to the Andes creates complex atmospheric conditions that can produce rapid weather changes and potential turbulence during approach and departure.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L), both 12,467 feet long and constructed of asphalt. Its geographic location near the Andes mountains creates a unique airspace environment with potential orographic effects and wind patterns that pilots must carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Due to the parallel runway configuration, pilots should anticipate potential simultaneous approaches with precise lateral separation. The high-altitude environment demands heightened awareness of aircraft performance limitations, particularly during takeoff and landing, with special attention to density altitude effects on aircraft capabilities.

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.