Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFREloy Alfaro International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,300 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
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9,383 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 55° |
↑ 3.0 kt
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↔ 5.2 kt
60° angle
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Weather Statistics - SEMT
3,999 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Eloy Alfaro International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 0.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 90 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26°C (range: 18°C to 32°C). The best months for VFR flying are April, March, December.
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Statistics computed from 3,999 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Eloy Alfaro International Airport - Airport Information
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About Eloy Alfaro International Airport
Overview
Eloy Alfaro International Airport serves Manta, Ecuador, as a medium-sized airport situated at 48 feet mean sea level. The airport's strategic coastal location provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting various flight operations with its substantial 9,383-foot asphalted runway.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at SEMT demonstrate predominantly marginal VFR (60.3%) with good VFR periods (39.5%). The airport experiences stable thermal conditions with temperatures averaging 25.3°C, ranging between 18°C and 32°C. Wind patterns are consistently southerly at 8.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots, creating predictable and manageable flight environments.
Notable Features
Located at coordinates -0.946078, -80.678802, the airport sits near the Pacific coast with likely flat surrounding terrain. The runway orientation (05/23) suggests alignment with prevailing wind directions, which demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of fog.
Approach Considerations
Runway 05/23 offers optimal wind alignment with an average crosswind of only 4.6 knots. December, September, and January represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect reliable weather conditions with minimal meteorological disruptions based on historical METAR observations.
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