Vanguardia Airport

SKVV / VVC

Villavicencio, CO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:00Z

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Current Weather

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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKVV 042000Z VRB03KT 9999 SCT050 32/20 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,394 ft
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,394 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KVV
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 5,616 ft 98 ft ASP 39° 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 - SKVV

3,907 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.7%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.1%

Vanguardia Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.2 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.7°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are December, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 8.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.9%
NE
16.3%
E
12.8%
SE
2.5%
S
4.5%
SW
8.6%
W
15.5%
NW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.7°C
Range: 19°C to 34°C
19°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,907 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vanguardia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKVV
IATA Code: VVC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,394 ft MSL

Location

City: Villavicencio
Country: CO
Latitude: 4.167870°
Longitude: -73.613800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,616 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vanguardia Airport

Overview

Vanguardia Airport serves Villavicencio, Colombia, as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 1,394 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 4.167870, -73.613800, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the eastern Colombian region. Its single runway 05/23 extends 5,616 feet and is surfaced with asphalt.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 94.2% of observed weather supporting visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 4.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 17 knots and calm periods occurring 10.5% of the time. Temperature ranges from 19°C to 33°C, with an average of 25.5°C, supporting stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Positioned in the eastern plains of Colombia, Vanguardia Airport is surrounded by terrain characteristic of the transition between Andean mountains and lowland regions. The airport's location suggests potential for variable wind and visibility conditions influenced by local geographic features. Pilots should anticipate the terrain's potential impact on approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.3 knots. December, January, and October represent the best months for VFR operations, offering optimal flying conditions. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility or fog.

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.