La Florida Airport

SCSE / LSC

La Serena-Coquimbo, CL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
10 kt
90°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCSE 041300Z 09010KT CAVOK 07/04 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Florida Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 10 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCSE 041000Z 0412/0512 VRB02KT CAVOK TX12/0419Z TN07/0510Z BECMG 0414/0416 27010KT BECMG 0501/0503 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 270° 10 kt
01:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CSE
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
6,358 ft 148 ft ASP 115°
8.7 kt 5.0 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 - SCSE

6,121 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.6%
MVFR
24.7%
IFR
9%
LIFR
5.7%

La Florida Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 25°C with an average of 14.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.3%
N
1.7%
S
3.1%
W
52%
NE
2.5%
NW
11.9%
SE
7.7%
SW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.7°C
Range: 6°C to 25°C
6°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

June March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,121 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Florida Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCSE
IATA Code: LSC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 481 ft MSL

Location

City: La Serena-Coquimbo
Country: CL
Latitude: -29.916201°
Longitude: -71.199501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,358 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Florida Airport

Overview

La Florida Airport serves the La Serena-Coquimbo region in Chile, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 481 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -29.916201, -71.199501, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the coastal region. Its single runway 12/30 stretches 6,358 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Flight conditions at La Florida Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable weather, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 57.3% of the time. Marginal VFR occurs 30.7% of observations, while instrument flight rules (IFR) and low IFR conditions are less common at 8% and 4% respectively. The airport experiences consistent westerly winds averaging 7.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 24°C and an average of 15.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in the coastal region of Chile suggests potential for variable terrain and wind conditions. Westerly winds dominate at 270 degrees, with maximum recorded speeds of 18 knots. Calm wind conditions are observed in 3.4% of recorded observations, indicating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during November, December, and September months.

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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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.