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Weather Briefing
VFRGualaquiza Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 62 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,300 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
|
6,601 ft | 85 ft | ASP | 156° |
↑ 5.9 kt
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↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - SEGZ
1,121 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Gualaquiza Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 3.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 36°C with an average of 25.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, February, January.
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Statistics computed from 1,121 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Gualaquiza Airport
Gualaquiza Airport (SEGZ) is located in Santiago, EC at an elevation of 2,640 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 6,601 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 1,121 weather observations, SEGZ experiences excellent VFR conditions 86.5% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at SEGZ come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 3.6 knots. Runway 15/33 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 1.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are December, February, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 19°C (66°F) to 36°C (97°F), averaging 25.9°C (79°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,121 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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