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Weather Briefing
VFREl Alcaravan - Yopal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (80°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,500 ft, scattered at 4,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
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8,448 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 45° |
↑ 3.5 kt
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↔ 2.0 kt
30° angle
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Weather Statistics - SKYP
4,844 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 27.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, September, November.
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Statistics computed from 4,844 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport - Airport Information
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About El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport
Overview
El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport serves the Casanare region in eastern Colombia, strategically located in Yopal at an elevation of 1,028 feet MSL. As a medium airport, it supports regional transportation and likely serves agricultural, oil industry, and local commercial aviation needs in this part of Colombia.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly excellent Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 93.9% of observations showing clear weather. Temperatures range consistently between 20°C and 34°C, with an average of 27.3°C, providing stable thermal conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 21 knots.
Notable Features
Runway 05/23 is a substantial 8,448-foot asphalted runway with highly favorable wind alignment. The prevailing winds demonstrate near-perfect runway orientation, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a minimal average crosswind of just 2.9 knots. The airport's location suggests proximity to varied terrain typical of Colombia's eastern plains.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of significant fog or low visibility. December, January, and September represent the best VFR months for operations. The long runway and stable wind conditions provide predictable approach and departure environments with minimal meteorological constraints.
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