Vanguardia Airport

SKVV / VVC

Villavicencio, CO

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
3 kt
30°
--
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKVV 230500Z AUTO 03003KT 350V080 9999NDV // BKN011/// BKN013/// 23/22 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,394 ft
BKN 1,100 ft AGL
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,494 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,694 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Vanguardia Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,100 feet. Note: This observation is 1.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KVV
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
5,616 ft 98 ft ASP 39°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKVV

5,070 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
13%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.1%

Vanguardia Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.2 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.8°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: 7.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.4%
NE
16.2%
E
11.7%
SE
2.5%
S
4.5%
SW
9.1%
W
15.7%
NW
11.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°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 5,070 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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

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.