Mariscal Lamar Airport

SECU / CUE

Cuenca, EC

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
2 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
348 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SECU 221200Z 15002KT 9999 SCT030 SCT100 11/09 Q1027 RMK A3035

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8,306 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,306 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,306 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mariscal Lamar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
348 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
71 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (8,306 ft)
Pressure Alt
28,264 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 29,777 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECU
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,234 ft 118 ft ASP 52°
0.0 kt 2.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SECU

3,614 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.8%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0%

Mariscal Lamar Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 200 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 51°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 200 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
22.1%
E
22.7%
SE
7.7%
S
10.5%
SW
21.5%
W
4.6%
NW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.8°C
Range: 2°C to 51°C
2°C 51°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

April December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,614 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mariscal Lamar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SECU
IATA Code: CUE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,306 ft MSL

Location

City: Cuenca
Country: EC
Latitude: -2.889470°
Longitude: -78.984398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,234 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mariscal Lamar Airport

Overview

Mariscal Lamar Airport serves Cuenca, Ecuador, situated at a high elevation of 8,306 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both regional and local air transportation needs in this mountainous area of Ecuador.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 92.2% of observations indicating good visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east (90°), averaging 5.5 knots with occasional peaks up to 19 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 51°C, with an average of 16.7°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -2.889470, -78.984398, the airport is positioned in a mountainous terrain characteristic of the Ecuadorian Andes. The single runway 06/24 is 6,234 feet long with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. High elevation and surrounding terrain will impact aircraft performance and require careful flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. December, September, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential visibility challenges, as 3.9% of observations indicate fog potential, though average visibility remains excellent at 10 statute miles.

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.