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MVFRGerardo Tobar López Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
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3,945 ft | 76 ft | ASP | 86° |
↑ 3.5 kt
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↔ 2.0 kt
30° angle
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Weather Statistics - SKBU
2,781 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Gerardo Tobar López Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 8.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 75 knots. Calm conditions occur 48.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 21°C and 39°C with an average of 26.6°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.
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Statistics computed from 2,781 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Gerardo Tobar López Airport
Overview
Gerardo Tobar López Airport serves Buenaventura, Colombia, as a medium-sized airport situated at 48 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 3.819630, -76.989800, the airport provides critical regional aviation infrastructure for this coastal Colombian region. The single runway 09/27 extends 3,945 feet with an asphalt surface.
Flying Conditions
Weather observations indicate predominantly good flying conditions, with 89.8% of time in VFR or MVFR ranges. Wind patterns are consistent from the west at an average of 5.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 52.9% of the time. Temperature remains warm year-round, averaging 26.3°C with a range between 21°C and 38°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions for pilots.
Notable Features
The airport's coastal location likely introduces maritime atmospheric influences, with occasional fog reported in 8.7% of observations. The runway alignment and surrounding terrain suggest potential wind gradient and thermal variations typical of coastal environments. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with rare instances of reduced visibility.
Approach Considerations
Runway 09/27 demonstrates 100% favorable wind coverage, with an average crosswind of just 2.1 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with minimal wind complications based on historical meteorological data.
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