Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport

SANC / CTC

Catamarca, AR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
3 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANC 222100Z 13003KT 9999 OVC040 22/14 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,522 ft
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,522 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: RADZ, Mist, Drizzle, Mist. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Drizzle, Mist between 05:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SANC 221700Z 2218/2318 02010KT 9999 SCT040 TX25/2318Z TN14/2310Z BECMG 2300/2303 16005KT 5000 RADZ BR BKN010 OVC015 PROB40 2305/2308 VRB03KT 0800 DZ BR BKN006 OVC010 BECMG 2313/2316 02015KT 9999 NSW SCT025 OVC040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+3h
IFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
RADZ, Mist
05:00Z PROB40
+8h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Drizzle, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANC
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
9,186 ft 98 ft ASP 18°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SANC

5,093 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.7%
MVFR
4.5%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
0.5%

Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 11.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 160 knots. Temperature extremes range from 7°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 11.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 160 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.5%
NE
49.5%
E
4.1%
SE
3.6%
S
10%
SW
10.7%
W
3.7%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.7°C
Range: 7°C to 41°C
7°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,093 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANC
IATA Code: CTC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,522 ft MSL

Location

City: Catamarca
Country: AR
Latitude: -28.593117°
Longitude: -65.751200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport

Overview

Coronel Felipe Varela International Airport serves the Catamarca region in Argentina, positioned at 1522 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local area, supporting regional and potentially some international air traffic. Its medium-sized classification indicates capacity for handling commercial and potentially some cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Located at 28.6 degrees south latitude, the airport experiences typical South American subtropical highland weather patterns with potential significant seasonal variations. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and thermal activity given the airport's elevation and geographic location. Temperature and pressure fluctuations can be notable at this mid-elevation airport.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) with an impressive 9186-foot asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its geographic coordinates (-28.593117, -65.751200) indicate placement in a region with potential complex terrain considerations, likely surrounded by mountainous or elevated landscape typical of the Catamarca province.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20's substantial length allows for diverse aircraft approaches and accommodates potential challenging wind conditions. Given the runway's orientation, pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios and review current meteorological data prior to approach. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended for safe navigation into this airport.

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

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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.