La Nubia Airport

SKMZ / MZL

Manizales, CO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
Variable
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKMZ 222200Z VRB02KT 9000 SCT020 15/15 Q1024

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,871 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,871 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Nubia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KMZ
09
27
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 0 ft 0 ft UNK No wind data
10/28 4,835 ft 65 ft ASP 95° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKMZ

4,893 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.1%
MVFR
30.5%
IFR
2.7%
LIFR
3.8%

La Nubia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 31°C with an average of 16.7°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 41% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 11 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.3%
NE
0.5%
E
40.7%
SE
14.6%
S
1%
SW
1.1%
W
25.9%
NW
15.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.7°C
Range: 11°C to 31°C
11°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 41%

Best Months for VFR

September April December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.5 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,893 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Nubia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKMZ
IATA Code: MZL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,871 ft MSL

Location

City: Manizales
Country: CO
Latitude: 5.029600°
Longitude: -75.464700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,835 ft
Width: 65 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Nubia Airport

Overview

La Nubia Airport serves Manizales, Colombia, as a medium-sized airport situated at a high elevation of 6,871 feet MSL. Located in the central Andean region, the airport supports regional transportation and likely serves commercial, cargo, and potentially some general aviation operations in this mountainous terrain.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 64% of observations showing clear weather and an additional 29.1% at marginal VFR levels. Temperature variability is moderate, ranging from 11°C to 31°C with an average of 16.6°C. Pilots should anticipate frequent fog conditions, with 40% of observations indicating reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The high elevation at 6,871 feet MSL presents significant performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during takeoff and landing. Runway 10/28, which is 4,835 feet long and asphalted, provides the primary operational surface. Prevailing winds from the east (90 degrees) are consistent, with an average speed of 4.5 knots and maximum observed speeds of 11 knots.

Approach Considerations

Both runway 09/27 and 10/28 demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 1.5 and 1 knots respectively. September, December, and January represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility due to the significant fog prevalence in the area.

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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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.