La Chinita International Airport

SVMC / MAR

Maracaibo, VE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:00Z

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Weather Source: La Chinita International Airport (SVMC)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
20:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SVMC 042000Z 225//KT 9999 BKN013 34/25 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 239 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,539 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SVMC 050400Z 0506/0606 25010KT 9999 FEW016 TX36/18Z TN26/12Z PROB30 TEMPO 0508/0513 9000 -DZ BKN013 FM051400 00000KT 9999 SCT013
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Light Drizzle
14:00Z FM051400
+8h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VMC
03L
21R
03R
21L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
03L/21R 9,843 ft 148 ft CONCRETE 31°
03R/21L 8,202 ft 98 ft CONCRETE 31°

Weather Statistics - SVMC

1,502 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.3%
MVFR
31.7%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

La Chinita International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 36°C with an average of 30.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 12 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
0%
NE
100%
E
0%
SE
0%
S
0%
SW
0%
W
0%
NW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 30.8°C
Range: 20°C to 36°C
20°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03L/21R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 0.8 kt
Runway 03R/21L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 0.8 kt

Statistics computed from 1,502 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Chinita International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SVMC
IATA Code: MAR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 239 ft MSL

Location

City: Maracaibo
Country: VE
Latitude: 10.558208°
Longitude: -71.727859°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03L/21R
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONCRETE
ILS: No
Runway 03R/21L
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CONCRETE
ILS: No

About La Chinita International Airport

Overview

La Chinita International Airport serves Maracaibo, Venezuela, as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 239 feet MSL. The airport features two concrete runways: 03L/21R spanning 9,843 feet and 03R/21L measuring 8,202 feet, providing substantial operational capacity for regional and international aviation.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect consistently favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 91% of observations indicating clear weather. Temperature variations are moderate, averaging 30.5°C with a range from 20°C to 36°C. The prevailing wind from the northeast (45°) maintains a steady average speed of 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 12 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position at coordinates 10.558208, -71.727859 offers strategic access to the Maracaibo region. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswinds of 0.8 knots. Consistent visibility averages 10 statute miles, ensuring reliable visual navigation.

Approach Considerations

December, January, and September represent the best months for VFR operations, characterized by optimal weather conditions. The parallel runway configuration allows flexible approach options, with consistent wind patterns supporting predictable landing and takeoff scenarios. Pilots can expect stable approach conditions with negligible crosswind challenges.

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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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.