Andahuaylas Airport

SPHY / ANS

Andahuaylas, PE

Last Updated
Apr 28, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 15 hours ago
19:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
7 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1031 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPHY 281900Z 33007KT 300V030 9999 SCT020 SCT050 15/08 Q1031 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 03/21 PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11,300 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,300 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,300 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Andahuaylas Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 14.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 7 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft, scattered at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

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.

QNH
1031 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
654 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (11,300 ft)
Pressure Alt
10,768 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 13,480 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPHY 281704Z 2818/2918 36010KT 9999 SCT020 SCT060 TX14/2819Z TN06/2911Z TEMPO 2818/2820 06012KT RA SCT020TCU BKN060 BECMG 2821/2822 24002KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PHY
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
8,202 ft 98 ft ASP 31°
3.5 kt 6.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPHY

2,118 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.7%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
2%
LIFR
0.8%

Andahuaylas Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 64 knots. Temperatures typically range between -1°C and 21°C with an average of 10.8°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.1% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 64 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
1.6%
N
52.7%
S
8.9%
W
1.1%
NE
15.3%
NW
7.6%
SE
1%
SW
9.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -1°C to 21°C
-1°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.1%

Best Months for VFR

November December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,118 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Andahuaylas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPHY
IATA Code: ANS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11,300 ft MSL

Location

City: Andahuaylas
Country: PE
Latitude: -13.706400°
Longitude: -73.350403°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Andahuaylas Airport

Andahuaylas Airport (SPHY/ANS) is located in Andahuaylas, PE at an elevation of 11,300 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 8,202 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 2,118 weather observations shows SPHY maintains VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 21.5% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 2.8% of reports. Fog affects the airport in approximately 13.1% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at SPHY come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 6.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 64 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are November, December, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -1°C (30°F) to 21°C (70°F), averaging 10.8°C (51°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.25 to 10.39 inHg (347-352 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,118 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.