Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport

SULS / PDP

Punta del Este, UY

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
3 kt
360°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SULS 041000Z 36003KT 9999 FEW020 OVC080 22/21 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 95 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,095 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,095 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SULS 040530Z 0406/0506 03005KT CAVOK TX29/0418Z TN19/0409Z TEMPO 0406/0410 5000 RA BR SCT015 BKN060 PROB40 TEMPO 0407/0410 0800 FG BKN008 BECMG 0415/0417 13015KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 130° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ULS
01 ✈️
19
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
5,249 ft 125 ft ASP 357°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
08/26 6,998 ft 148 ft ASP 72°
0.9 kt 2.9 kt
72° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SULS

4,208 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.2%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
4.5%

Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
21.2%
E
17.1%
SE
10.2%
S
22%
SW
10%
W
6.7%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.2°C
Range: 2°C to 38°C
2°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.7%

Best Months for VFR

March February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,208 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SULS
IATA Code: PDP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 95 ft MSL

Location

City: Punta del Este
Country: UY
Latitude: -34.855099°
Longitude: -55.094299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,249 ft
Width: 125 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 6,998 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport

Overview

Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport serves Punta del Este, Uruguay, as a medium-sized international airport situated at 95 feet above mean sea level. The airport features two asphalt runways: 01/19 at 5,249 feet and 08/26 at 6,998 feet, supporting regional and international aviation operations in southeastern Uruguay.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SULS are predominantly VFR, with 76.8% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. Prevailing winds from the northeast at an average of 9.1 knots create generally stable flying conditions, with temperature ranges from 2°C to 38°C. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during November, January, and October, with minimal low IFR occurrences and rare instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -34.855099, -55.094299, the airport sits in a coastal region with relatively flat terrain. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and modest average crosswind components of 5.5-5.9 knots. The airport's moderate elevation and geographic position contribute to predictable meteorological patterns.

Approach Considerations

Both runways offer excellent wind alignment, allowing flexible approach options regardless of wind direction. Runway 08/26 provides the longest landing surface at 6,998 feet, offering ample space for various aircraft types. Pilots should anticipate northeast winds and prepare for potential wind variations, though the average crosswind remains relatively consistent and manageable.

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.