San Luis Airport

SKIP / IPI

Ipiales, CO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

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Raw METAR

METAR SKIP 041000Z AUTO VRB01KT CAVOK 06/// Q1027

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KIP
06
24
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 5,774 ft 92 ft ASP 61° No wind data
08/26 8,202 ft 118 ft ASP 79° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKIP

3,895 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.8%
MVFR
28.1%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
3.8%

San Luis Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 20°C with an average of 11.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.4%
NE
11.7%
E
42.1%
SE
7.6%
S
1.8%
SW
8%
W
13.5%
NW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: 1°C to 20°C
1°C 20°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.2%

Best Months for VFR

March February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,895 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

San Luis Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKIP
IATA Code: IPI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9,765 ft MSL

Location

City: Ipiales
Country: CO
Latitude: 0.861946°
Longitude: -77.671783°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,774 ft
Width: 92 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About San Luis Airport

Overview

San Luis Airport (SKIP) serves the Ipiales region in Colombia at a high elevation of 9,765 feet MSL. Located near the Colombian-Ecuadorian border, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure in a mountainous area. The airport features two asphalt runways capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather at San Luis Airport predominantly supports visual flight rules (VFR), with 62.8% of observations in VFR conditions and an additional 30% in marginal VFR. Temperature remains moderate, averaging 11.2°C with a range from 1°C to 20°C. Prevailing easterly winds at an average of 5.7 knots create generally stable atmospheric conditions, with minimal instances of severe weather.

Notable Features

The airport's significant elevation at 9,765 feet MSL presents unique challenges for aircraft performance and pilot considerations. Both runways (06/24 and 08/26) offer substantial lengths of 5,774 and 8,202 feet respectively, accommodating a range of aircraft. Minimal fog occurrence (7.7% of observations) and consistently favorable wind alignments contribute to reliable operational conditions.

Approach Considerations

Winds consistently favor both runways, with 100% favorable wind alignment for Runway 06/24 and Runway 08/26. Average crosswind components remain low at 3 knots and 2.2 knots respectively. December, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal approach and departure conditions for pilots operating at this high-altitude 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

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.