Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRSan Cristóbal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 5.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 11 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
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.
24-Hour Weather Evolution
- • Current conditions from METAR observations
- • Historical data from past 24 hours
- • No forecast or predicted data included
- • Data updated with each new METAR report
- • Hover for exact values and timestamps
- • Click legend items to toggle data series
- • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
- • Units automatically converted to preferences
Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
|
6,214 ft | 66 ft | ASP | 169° |
↑ 9.5 kt
•
↔ 5.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - SEST
2,035 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
San Cristóbal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.1°C (range: 19°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, December, September.
Wind Analysis
Temperature Range
Visibility
Best Months for VFR
Runway Wind Analysis
Statistics computed from 2,035 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
San Cristóbal Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
Location
Runway Information
Flight Planning Tools
About San Cristóbal Airport
San Cristóbal Airport (SEST/SCY) is located in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, EC at an elevation of 62 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 6,214 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 2,035 weather observations shows SEST maintains VFR conditions 84.6% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 14.1% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 1.3% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at SEST come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 9.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 43 knots. Calm winds are rare (0%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are January, December, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 19°C (66°F) to 33°C (91°F), averaging 26.1°C (79°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.98 to 29.95 inHg (338-1014 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,035 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
Learn More
Recommended guides based on current conditions at SEST
Official Data Sources
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.