Piarco International Airport

TTPP / POS

Port of Spain, TT

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
8 kt
120°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TTPP 141500Z 12008KT 9000 SCT022 31/21 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 58 ft
SCT 2,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,258 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Piarco International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,200 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 8 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (58 ft)
Pressure Alt
-25 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,909 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF TTPP 141000Z 1412/1512 11014KT 6000 SCT024 BECMG 1501/1503 00000KT 8000 FEW016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 14 kt
Visibility: 6 km
01:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TPP
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
10,500 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
7.5 kt 2.7 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 - TTPP

6,962 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.7%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.5%

Piarco International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 102 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.1% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.7°C (range: 20°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 102 kt
Calm Winds: 33.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.2%
NE
0.7%
E
42.2%
SE
22.1%
S
0.8%
SW
0.2%
W
0.3%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.7°C
Range: 20°C to 33°C
20°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

January October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,962 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Piarco International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TTPP
IATA Code: POS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 58 ft MSL

Location

City: Port of Spain
Country: TT
Latitude: 10.595400°
Longitude: -61.337200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 10,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Piarco International Airport

Overview

Piarco International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Trinidad and Tobago, located in Port of Spain. The airport operates at a modest elevation of 58 feet MSL, providing access to the Caribbean region with a single robust runway 10/28 measuring 10,500 feet in length. Its strategic position makes it a critical aviation hub for commercial and regional operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Piarco are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules, with 89.6% of observations supporting VFR operations. Winds consistently blow from the east at an average of 7.9 knots, with temperature ranges between 20°C and 33°C. The most stable VFR conditions occur during January, October, and November, offering optimal flying environments for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 10/28 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswinds of 2.2 knots. Calm wind conditions are frequent, occurring in 40.4% of observations. The airport's location provides consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with negligible instances of fog or reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with the predominant easterly winds favoring runway 10. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of VFR conditions minimize complex approach challenges. With an asphalt surface and substantial 10,500-foot runway length, the airport offers reliable landing and takeoff capabilities across most aircraft categories.

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.