Aeropuerto Internacional Dr. Luis Maria Argaña

SGME / ESG

Mariscal Estigarribia, PY

Last Updated
May 14, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
6 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SGME 142100Z 18006KT 9999 OVC033 19/17 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 553 ft
OVC 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,853 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aeropuerto Internacional Dr. Luis Maria Argaña is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,300 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 south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 03:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 13:00Z.

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. 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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Raw TAF
TAF SGME 142205Z 1500/1600 18006KT 9999 OVC020 TX25/1518Z TN16/1510Z TEMPO 1503/1508 8000 -RA OVC015 PROB30 TEMPO 1509/1513 VRB04KT 7000 TSRA BKN020 FEW040CB BECMG 1512/1515 9999 -RA BKN027 BECMG 1516/1519 9999 SCT027
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:48Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
03:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
12:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,700 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GME
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
11,483 ft 131 ft CON 357°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SGME

870 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.7%
MVFR
16.8%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
0.3%

Aeropuerto Internacional Dr. Luis Maria Argaña typically experiences VFR conditions 78.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 123 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 123 kt
Calm Winds: 19.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.4%
NE
15.8%
E
10.2%
SE
6.4%
S
15.5%
SW
8.6%
W
2.1%
NW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.3°C
Range: 5°C to 40°C
5°C 40°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 870 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aeropuerto Internacional Dr. Luis Maria Argaña - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SGME
IATA Code: ESG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 553 ft MSL

Location

City: Mariscal Estigarribia
Country: PY
Latitude: -22.046499°
Longitude: -60.621700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Aeropuerto Internacional Dr. Luis Maria Argaña

Overview

Aeropuerto Internacional Dr. Luis Maria Argaña serves the Mariscal Estigarribia region in Paraguay, positioned at coordinates -22.046499, -60.621700. As a large airport situated at 553 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 553 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with potentially stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate standard temperature and pressure variations typical of the Paraguay region, understanding that the substantial runway length of 11,483 feet offers significant operational flexibility.

Notable Features

Located in Mariscal Estigarribia, the airport features a single concrete runway (01/19) with an impressive length capable of handling large aircraft operations. The geographic positioning suggests potential terrain considerations common to the Paraguay landscape, with pilots advised to review current regional aeronautical charts for specific terrain details.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 01/19 indicates potential wind alignment considerations during approach and departure procedures. With a concrete runway measuring 11,483 feet, pilots have substantial landing and takeoff margin, providing excellent operational capabilities for various aircraft types and weights.

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.