Magdalena Airport

SLMG / MGD

Magdalena, BO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 17 hours ago
12:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
--
--°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SLMG 041200Z WO ATTN

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
LMG
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
16/34 4,593 ft 0 ft UNK

Weather Statistics - SLMG

1,232 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.4%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
2.8%
LIFR
0.1%

Magdalena Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 41.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 37°C with an average of 29.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 41.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
0.6%
E
1.3%
SE
8.7%
S
5.5%
SW
2.1%
W
2.7%
NW
31.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.4°C
Range: 19°C to 37°C
19°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,232 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Magdalena Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SLMG
IATA Code: MGD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 462 ft MSL

Location

City: Magdalena
Country: BO
Latitude: -13.260748°
Longitude: -64.060764°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 4,593 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Magdalena Airport

Magdalena Airport (SLMG/MGD) is located in Magdalena, BO at an elevation of 462 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 4,593 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 1,232 weather observations, SLMG experiences excellent VFR conditions 88.4% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at SLMG come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 6.7 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (41.4% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, February, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 19°C (66°F) to 37°C (99°F), averaging 29.4°C (85°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.08 to 10.16 inHg (341-344 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,232 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.