Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport

SPUR / PIU

Piura, PE

Last Updated
May 15, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPUR 151700Z 16006KT 9999 BKN030 27/20 Q1012 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 19/01 PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 120 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,120 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (120 ft)
Pressure Alt
158 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,627 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPUR 151100Z 1512/1612 16006KT 9999 SCT020 TX33/1519Z TN22/1611Z TEMPO 1514/1518 BKN015 BECMG 1518/1520 18016KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 180° 16 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PUR
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 12°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPUR

5,602 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.2%
MVFR
6.7%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 57 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 38°C with an average of 25.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 57 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.6%
NE
1.4%
E
1.9%
SE
7.6%
S
64.3%
SW
20.1%
W
2.2%
NW
0.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.3°C
Range: 16°C to 38°C
16°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March January April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,602 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPUR
IATA Code: PIU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 120 ft MSL

Location

City: Piura
Country: PE
Latitude: -5.205750°
Longitude: -80.616402°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport

Overview

Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International Airport serves Piura, Peru, as a medium-sized airport located at 120 ft mean sea level. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northern coastal region of Peru, supporting regional and potentially international flight operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly excellent visual flight conditions, with 89.9% of observations showing VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent southerly winds averaging 8.8 knots, with temperatures ranging from 16°C to 34°C and an average of 23.6°C. January, September, and November offer the most stable flying weather.

Notable Features

The single runway 01/19 is 8,202 feet long with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. The airport's coastal location near -5.205750, -80.616402 suggests potential maritime meteorological influences, though local terrain and wind patterns appear relatively stable. Wind data indicates minimal turbulence, with calm conditions reported only 0.1% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates extremely favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots. Visibility consistently exceeds 10 statute miles, with no reported instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions. Pilots can anticipate predictable approach conditions with minimal meteorological complications.

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.