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Weather Briefing
VFRTobías Bolaños International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 8.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (270°) at 8 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.
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. 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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✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
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5,138 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 95° |
↑ 7.9 kt
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↔ 1.4 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - MRPV
3,171 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Tobías Bolaños International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.5 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 23.5°C (range: 16°C to 30°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, January, February.
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Statistics computed from 3,171 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Tobías Bolaños International Airport
Overview
Tobías Bolaños International Airport serves San Jose, Costa Rica, as a medium-sized airport situated at 3,287 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 9.957050, -84.139801, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the metropolitan region, handling various general aviation and regional commercial operations.
Flying Conditions
Historical METAR data indicates consistently favorable VFR conditions, with 80.4% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns demonstrate a prevailing easterly direction at 90 degrees, averaging 9.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature remains stable, averaging 23.2°C with a moderate range between 17°C and 29°C.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (10/28) measuring 5,138 feet with an asphalt surface. Its elevated position at 3,287 feet MSL requires pilots to consider density altitude effects, particularly during warmer periods. The terrain surrounding San Jose presents potential orographic influences that pilots must anticipate during approach and departure.
Approach Considerations
Runway 10/28 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. The best visual meteorological conditions consistently occur during November, December, and January, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should note the minimal occurrence of low visibility, with fog present in only 4.9% of observations.
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.
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