Rodelillo Airport

SCRD / VAP

Viña Del Mar, CL

Last Updated
Apr 10, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCRD 102200Z VRB04KT 9999 FEW012 14/10 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,100 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,300 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rodelillo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 10 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Fog, Mist.

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 AMD SCRD 101429Z 1014/1024 VRB02KT 0800 FG OVC004 TX15/1019Z TN12 /1015Z BECMG 1015/1017 2000 BR SCT005 BKN007 BECMG 1017/1019 5000 BR SCT007 BKN010 BECMG 1019/1021 30012KT 9999 SCT010 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:35Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CRD
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 2,789 ft 66 ft ASP 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 - SCRD

742 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.6%
MVFR
14%
IFR
5.4%
LIFR
5%

Rodelillo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 31°C with an average of 18.4°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.9%
NE
3.5%
E
0.9%
SE
2.3%
S
35.7%
SW
12.2%
W
6.1%
NW
18%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.4°C
Range: 9°C to 31°C
9°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.4%

Best Months for VFR

March April February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 742 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rodelillo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCRD
IATA Code: VAP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,100 ft MSL

Location

City: Viña Del Mar
Country: CL
Latitude: -33.068100°
Longitude: -71.557503°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 2,789 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rodelillo Airport

Rodelillo Airport (SCRD/VAP) is located in Viña Del Mar, CL at an elevation of 1,100 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 2,789 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 742 weather observations shows SCRD maintains VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 14% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 10.4% of reports. Fog affects the airport in approximately 11.4% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at SCRD come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 8.9 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, April, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 9°C (48°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 18.4°C (65°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.16 to 10.16 inHg (344-344 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 742 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.