Arturo Michelena International Airport

SVVA / VLN

Valencia, VE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 9 hours ago
01:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SVVA 040100Z /////KT 9999 BKN016 26/20 Q1014

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SVVA 031700Z 0318/0418 14005KT 9999 FEW016 TX33/0319 TN19/0409 TEMPO 0319/0322 18007KT 9999 SCT016 TEMPO 0402/0406 00000KT 9999 FEW016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 5 kt
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

2,886 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.6%
MVFR
38.4%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Arturo Michelena International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 35°C with an average of 27.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, January.

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: 27.4°C
Range: 15°C to 35°C
15°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March December January

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 2,886 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.