Santa Bernardina International Airport

SUDU / DZO

Durazno, UY

Last Updated
Jul 19, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
12 kt
190°
1.5 km
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SUDU 192000Z 19012KT 1500 -DZ BR OVC008 15/14 Q1002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 305 ft
OVC 800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,105 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Santa Bernardina International Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 800 feet and 1.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 12 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.5 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Drizzle, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain, Fog. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 6 to 18 knots. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 02:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SUDU 191730Z 1918/2018 02006KT 4000 DZ BR BKN005 BKN070 TX15/2018Z TN10/2010Z PROB40 TEMPO 1918/2002 VRB18G28KT 1500 TSRA BKN005 FEW040CB OVC050 BECMG 1919/1921 18015KT PROB40 TEMPO 1918/1924 0600 FG OVC002 BECMG 2002/2006 7000 BKN008 BKN070
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:33Z BASE
+0h
IFR 20° 6 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Drizzle, Mist
02:00Z BECMG
+6h
IFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UDU
03
21 ✈️
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
7,477 ft 148 ft PEM 23°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
10/28 4,764 ft 98 ft ASP 90°
2.1 kt 11.8 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SUDU

5,817 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.2%
MVFR
17.7%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
3.5%

Santa Bernardina International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 123 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 123 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.2%
N
9.6%
S
11.3%
W
8.3%
NE
16%
NW
5.5%
SE
16.2%
SW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.4°C
Range: -2°C to 38°C
-2°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

January November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,817 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Santa Bernardina International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SUDU
IATA Code: DZO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 305 ft MSL

Location

City: Durazno
Country: UY
Latitude: -33.358898°
Longitude: -56.499199°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,477 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,764 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Santa Bernardina International Airport

Overview

Santa Bernardina International Airport serves Durazno, Uruguay, as a medium-sized airport located at coordinates -33.358898, -56.499199. Situated at 305 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region. Its two runways enable diverse aircraft operations in central Uruguay.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Santa Bernardina demonstrate high predictability, with VFR conditions dominating 80.8% of observations. Eastern winds prevail at an average of 8.5 knots, creating generally stable flying environments. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 38°C, with an average of 20°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation that pilots should consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

Both runways (03/21 and 10/28) offer excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The primary runway 03/21 is 7,477 feet long with a PEM surface, while the secondary runway 10/28 measures 4,764 feet with an ASP surface. Average crosswind conditions remain moderate at 5.2-5.5 knots, supporting predictable landing and takeoff scenarios.

Approach Considerations

January, November, and December represent the best VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present in only 1.8% of observations). Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions, particularly during peak VFR months, with low probability of challenging meteorological interruptions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.