Pichoy Airport

SCVD / ZAL

Valdivia, CL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
11:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
0 kt
0.25 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCVD 041100Z AUTO 00000KT 0250 R35/0300 FG VV001 08/08 Q1022

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCVD 041026Z 0412/0424 VRB02KT 3000 BR SCT002 TN09/0412Z TX20/0419Z TEMPO 0412/0413 0700 FG BKN002 BECMG 0414/0416 17012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:22Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CVD
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 6,870 ft 148 ft ASP 178°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
178° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SCVD

1,855 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.2%
MVFR
17.5%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
7.6%

Pichoy Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 17.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
12%
NE
8.9%
E
4.5%
SE
4.3%
S
11.9%
SW
15%
W
14.5%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.1°C
Range: 0°C to 33°C
0°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.8%

Best Months for VFR

January December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 1,855 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pichoy Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCVD
IATA Code: ZAL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 59 ft MSL

Location

City: Valdivia
Country: CL
Latitude: -39.650002°
Longitude: -73.086098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 6,870 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pichoy Airport

Overview

Pichoy Airport serves the Valdivia region in Chile, situated at an elevation of 59 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single 6,870-foot asphalted runway (17/35), it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Pichoy Airport demonstrates significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 70.6% of the time. Pilots can expect predominantly southwest winds averaging 5.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots. The temperature ranges from 0°C to 33°C, with an average of 12.9°C, and the airport experiences fog 13.5% of the time.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -39.650002, -73.086098, Pichoy Airport is positioned in a region with potential challenging meteorological conditions. The airport's wind profile shows a consistent southwest wind direction (225°), with calm conditions occurring 17.5% of the time. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. The best visual flight conditions occur during the summer months of November, December, and January. Pilots should be prepared for potential MVFR (17.2%) and occasional IFR (4.1%) conditions, particularly during the winter 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

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.