Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport

TJIG / SIG

San Juan, PR

Last Updated
Mar 3, 21:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 12 hours ago
21:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
13 kt
100° G21 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TJIG 032145Z 10013G21KT 10SM SCT030 SCT080 27/21 A3000 RMK ATIS L

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,010 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,010 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10 ft)
Pressure Alt
-73 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,369 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JIG
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,317 ft 100 ft ASP 82°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - TJIG

2,121 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.3%
MVFR
1.3%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0%

Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 102 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.7% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.8°C (range: 20°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 102 kt
Calm Winds: 10.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
5%
E
51.1%
SE
13.4%
S
14.6%
SW
0.7%
W
0.4%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 20°C to 34°C
20°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 2,121 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TJIG
IATA Code: SIG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: San Juan
Country: PR
Latitude: 18.456800°
Longitude: -66.098099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,317 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport

Overview

Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport serves San Juan, Puerto Rico, as a medium-sized airport situated at 10 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 18.456800, -66.098099, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the metropolitan area of San Juan.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect exceptionally consistent VFR conditions, with 99.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences predominantly easterly winds at an average of 8.9 knots, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 34°C and an average of 28.2°C. Visibility is consistently excellent, averaging 9.5 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 is 5,317 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take full advantage of the consistent wind patterns. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for the runway, with an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots. The airport's low elevation and coastal location contribute to its generally stable meteorological environment.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate optimal approach conditions during January, November, and December, which represent the best VFR months. The prevailing easterly winds at 90 degrees provide consistent and predictable wind conditions for landing and takeoff on runway 09/27. With maximum recorded winds of 102 knots and calm conditions occurring 11% of the time, pilots can expect generally stable approach scenarios.

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.