Arturo Michelena International Airport

SVVA / VLN

Valencia, VE

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SVVA 230000Z /////KT 9999 BKN016 28/21 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,411 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,011 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Arturo Michelena International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 19:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 SVVA 221600Z 2218/2318 14005KT 9999 BKN016 TX33/2219 TN19/2309 TEMPO 2219/2222 18007KT 9999 SCT016 BKN100 TEMPO 2302/2306 00000KT 9999 FEW016 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
02:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VVA
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
10/28 9,842 ft 164 ft ASP 92°

Weather Statistics - SVVA

3,516 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.3%
MVFR
42.7%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Arturo Michelena International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 0% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 37°C with an average of 27.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 10 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
31.8%
NE
18.5%
E
24.6%
SE
4.9%
S
5.6%
SW
3.4%
W
1.8%
NW
9.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 15°C to 37°C
15°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

December January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,516 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arturo Michelena International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SVVA
IATA Code: VLN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,411 ft MSL

Location

City: Valencia
Country: VE
Latitude: 10.149733°
Longitude: -67.928398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Arturo Michelena International Airport

Overview

Arturo Michelena International Airport serves Valencia, Venezuela, as a medium-sized airport situated at 1411 ft above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 10.149733, -67.928398, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its single runway 10/28 extends 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SVVA are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 61.7% of observations supporting VFR and 38.3% marginal VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from 15°C to 35°C, averaging 27.2°C, with consistent visibility around 10 statute miles. The best VFR months are January, December, and November, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's prevailing wind direction is northerly (0°), with an average wind speed of 4.1 knots and maximum gusts of 10 knots. The runway 10/28 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots, indicating generally stable wind conditions. Fog is rare, occurring in only 0.2% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28's substantial 9,842-foot length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and approach scenarios. The consistent northerly winds and minimal crosswind suggest predictable approach conditions. Pilots can expect reliable visual meteorological conditions, with extremely low likelihood of instrument or low-visibility flight rules.

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
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.