Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport

SPME / TBP

Tumbes, PE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPME 222100Z 29008KT 9999 SCT018 30/23 Q1009 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 32/14 PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 115 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,915 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 8 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (115 ft)
Pressure Alt
243 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,071 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPME 221715Z 2218/2318 35010KT 9999 SCT020 TX32/2219Z TN23/2311Z FM230100 26005KT 9999 BKN017 TEMPO 2310/2313 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z FM230100
+4h
MVFR 260° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,700 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PME
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 141°
6.9 kt 4.0 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 - SPME

2,817 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.3%
MVFR
43.5%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0%

Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 1.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.6°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are April, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.5%
NE
3.8%
E
2.7%
SE
1.6%
S
2.2%
SW
4.3%
W
30.3%
NW
28%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.6°C
Range: 21°C to 34°C
21°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,817 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPME
IATA Code: TBP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 115 ft MSL

Location

City: Tumbes
Country: PE
Latitude: -3.552074°
Longitude: -80.381086°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport

Overview

Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport serves the Tumbes region in Peru, positioned at an elevation of 115 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with a single runway (14/32) measuring 8,202 feet in asphalt surface. Its strategic coastal location near the coordinates -3.552074, -80.381086 provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northwestern Peruvian region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPME predominantly feature favorable visual flight rules (VFR), with 46.1% VFR and 52.8% marginal VFR conditions. Winds consistently blow from the west at an average of 6.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 18 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 32°C, with an average of 25.4°C, creating stable thermal conditions for most flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (14/32) offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average a modest 3 knots, presenting minimal lateral landing challenges. Its coastal positioning suggests potential marine layer influences, though historical data indicates no significant fog interference.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions during December, November, and January, which represent the airport's best VFR months. The runway's extended 8,202-foot length provides substantial landing margin for most aircraft classes. Prevailing westerly winds consistently support predictable approach and departure patterns, minimizing complex wind navigation scenarios.

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.