Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport

TJAB / ARE

Arecibo, PR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:50Z

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Currently using: TJBQ
Weather Source: Rafael Hernández International Airport (TJBQ)
Distance: 26nm / 48km from TJAB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
21:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
10 kt
60°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TJBQ 222150Z 06010KT 10SM SCT045 SCT055 27/19 A2992

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 23 ft
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
SCT 5,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,523 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,523 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 10 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,500 ft, scattered at 5,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 TJBQ 221720Z 2218/2318 09010G15KT P6SM FEW030 FEW050 FM222300 VRB05KT P6SM FEW025 FM231200 10010KT P6SM FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM222300
+1h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JAB
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
3,975 ft 60 ft ASP 67°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TJAB
IATA Code: ARE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Arecibo
Country: PR
Latitude: 18.450850°
Longitude: -66.675768°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,975 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport

Overview

Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport serves the Arecibo region of Puerto Rico as a medium-sized airport. Located at 18.450850, -66.675768, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the northern coastal area of the island. Its strategic position supports regional transportation and local aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Being situated at 23 feet mean sea level, the airport experiences typical Caribbean maritime weather conditions with potential tropical and maritime influences. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and coastal wind patterns that can impact flight operations. The airport's lower elevation suggests minimal terrain-related weather complexity.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) with an asphalt surface measuring 3,975 feet in length. Its coastal location near Arecibo suggests potential maritime and terrain-related wind dynamics that could affect approach and departure procedures. The runway orientation indicates potential crosswind considerations during landing and takeoff.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 provides primary approach and departure options with its 3,975-foot asphalt surface. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions given the runway's orientation and the airport's coastal environment. Standard approach considerations for a medium-sized airport in a maritime setting will apply, with particular attention to potential wind shear or thermal variations.

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

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.