Weerawila Airport

VCCW / WRZ

Weerawila, LK

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:10Z

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Currently using: VCRI
Weather Source: Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (VCRI)
Distance: 7nm / 13km from VCCW

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
07:10Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
8 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VCRI 180710Z 14008KT 110V190 9999 BKN018 33/25 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 50 ft
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,850 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Weerawila Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 8 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CCW
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
4,000 ft 93 ft ASP 68°
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weerawila Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VCCW
IATA Code: WRZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Weerawila
Country: LK
Latitude: 6.254490°
Longitude: 81.235199°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 93 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Weerawila Airport

Weerawila Airport (VCCW/WRZ) is located in Weerawila, LK at an elevation of 50 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 4,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Weerawila Airport serves Weerawila in LK. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,000 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from VCCW, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.