Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport

MSLP / SAL

San Salvador (San Luis Talpa), SV

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MSLP 040300Z 00000KT CAVOK 27/25 Q1013 A2991 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

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

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.

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

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (101 ft)
Pressure Alt
109 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,573 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MSLP 032125Z 0400/0424 VRB02KT CAVOK TX35/0418Z TN25/0410Z FM040600 02005KT CAVOK FM041800 22010KT 9999 FEW060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z FM040600
+3h
VFR 20° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SLP
07
25
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 10,500 ft 148 ft ASP 70°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
70° angle
18/36 2,625 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MSLP

7,929 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.3%
MVFR
4.7%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 62 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 38°C with an average of 27.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, November, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 62 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
15.4%
N
22.9%
S
11.3%
W
5%
NE
22%
NW
3.2%
SE
3.2%
SW
16.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 18°C to 38°C
18°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July November February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,929 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MSLP
IATA Code: SAL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 101 ft MSL

Location

City: San Salvador (San Luis Talpa)
Country: SV
Latitude: 13.440900°
Longitude: -89.055702°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,500 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport

Overview

Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport serves San Salvador, located in San Luis Talpa, El Salvador. As a large international airport with two runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial and potentially military operations in the region. The airport's strategic location and substantial runway lengths make it a significant transportation hub for Central America.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 101 feet mean sea level, the airport experiences typical tropical maritime conditions common to coastal El Salvador. Pilots should anticipate potential variations in visibility and wind conditions, with the longer 10,500-foot runway (07/25) offering substantial operational flexibility. Asphalt surfaces on both runways provide standard ground handling characteristics for most aircraft types.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with different lengths: a primary 10,500-foot runway (07/25) and a secondary 2,625-foot runway (18/36). Both runways are constructed of asphalt, providing consistent surface conditions. The airport's geographic coordinates (13.440900, -89.055702) place it in a coastal region with potential terrain and wind considerations typical of Central American landscapes.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, with the 07/25 and 18/36 runways providing multiple approach options. The substantial length of the primary runway (10,500 feet) accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and provides significant margin for safe landing and takeoff operations. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments when planning approaches to this airport.

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.