Rafael Nuñez International Airport

SKCG / CTG

Cartagena, CO

Last Updated
Jun 10, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKCG 101000Z AUTO VRB01KT CAVOK 26/24 Q1010

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rafael Nuñez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SKCG 100455Z 1006/1106 05005KT 9999 FEW020 TX31/1019Z TN25/1011Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KCG
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 8,530 ft 148 ft ASP No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKCG

6,411 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.7%
MVFR
5.8%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.2%

Rafael Nuñez International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.4°C (range: 23°C to 37°C). The best months for VFR flying are December, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.4%
N
46.7%
S
7%
W
6%
NE
15%
NW
10.5%
SE
2.9%
SW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.4°C
Range: 23°C to 37°C
23°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,411 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rafael Nuñez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKCG
IATA Code: CTG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4 ft MSL

Location

City: Cartagena
Country: CO
Latitude: 10.442400°
Longitude: -75.513000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rafael Nuñez International Airport

Overview

Rafael Nuñez International Airport serves Cartagena, Colombia, as a medium-sized airport positioned near the Caribbean coast. Located at 4 feet mean sea level with coordinates 10.442400, -75.513000, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and international commercial operations. Its single runway (01/19) extends 8,530 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Rafael Nuñez are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 95.2% of observations supporting clear conditions. The airport experiences consistent tropical temperatures averaging 28.2°C, ranging between 23°C and 35°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 19 knots. December, January, and September represent the most favorable VFR months for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 4 feet MSL indicates a coastal plain environment with minimal terrain interference. Its single runway (01/19) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. The geographical positioning near Cartagena suggests maritime influences on local meteorological patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 provides consistent wind-aligned approaches, minimizing crosswind challenges for pilots. With exceptionally stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles and negligible instances of reduced visibility, instrument approaches are typically straightforward. Pilots can expect predictable conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of December, January, and September.

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.