Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport

SKVP / VUP

Valledupar, CO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
14 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKVP 042100Z 05014KT 9999 SCT040CB 36/18 Q1007 RMK CB/W

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 483 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,483 ft AMSL
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (483 ft)
Pressure Alt
671 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,307 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KVP
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
6,890 ft 115 ft ASP 10°
12.1 kt 7.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKVP

3,879 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.8%
MVFR
2.9%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 22°C and 38°C with an average of 28.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.7%
NE
46.5%
E
32.6%
SE
1.6%
S
3.2%
SW
9.2%
W
3.7%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.6°C
Range: 22°C to 38°C
22°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

December March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,879 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKVP
IATA Code: VUP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 483 ft MSL

Location

City: Valledupar
Country: CO
Latitude: 10.435000°
Longitude: -73.249500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 115 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport

Overview

Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport serves Valledupar, Colombia, as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at 10.435000, -73.249500 with an elevation of 483 ft MSL, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the northeastern Colombian region. Its single runway 02/20 measuring 6,890 feet supports various aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SKVP are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 96.4% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The prevailing wind from the northeast (45°) averages 8.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Temperature ranges between 22°C and 38°C, with an average of 28.6°C, creating consistent thermal conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's single asphalt runway (02/20) is oriented to maximize alignment with predominant wind patterns. With 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 5.1 knots, the runway configuration provides reliable approach and departure conditions. December, September, and January represent the most consistent VFR months for operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with virtually no instances of visibility below 3 miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.6%) further enhances approach reliability. The runway's orientation and consistent wind patterns suggest predictable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months.

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.