Capitan V A Almonacid Airport

SANL / IRJ

La Rioja, AR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
2 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SANL 221700Z 25002KT 9999 FEW050 22/12 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,437 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,437 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Capitan V A Almonacid Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SANL 221100Z 2212/2312 VRB03KT 9999 BKN045 TX20/2218Z TN12/2310Z BECMG 2214/2216 16010KT 9999 SCT025 BKN050 BECMG 2300/2303 VRB03KT 8000 BKN012 OVC025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+7h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ANL
3
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 3/21
Active: 21
9,383 ft 98 ft ASP 28°
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SANL

5,072 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.2%
MVFR
5.2%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.6%

Capitan V A Almonacid Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 127 knots. Temperature extremes range from 8°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 127 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.9%
NE
4%
E
8%
SE
8%
S
18.2%
SW
28.2%
W
18.2%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 25°C
Range: 8°C to 41°C
8°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Statistics computed from 5,072 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Capitan V A Almonacid Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SANL
IATA Code: IRJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,437 ft MSL

Location

City: La Rioja
Country: AR
Latitude: -29.381599°
Longitude: -66.795799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 3/21
Length: 9,383 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Capitan V A Almonacid Airport

Overview

Capitan V A Almonacid Airport serves the La Rioja region in Argentina, providing critical transportation infrastructure at an elevation of 1437 ft MSL. As a medium airport, it supports regional and potentially commercial aviation operations in this part of the Argentine interior.

Flying Conditions

Located at coordinates -29.381599, -66.795799, the airport experiences typical high-altitude desert climate conditions characteristic of La Rioja province. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that can impact aircraft performance, especially during summer months.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 3/21 measuring 9383 ft in length, constructed with an asphalt (ASP) surface. This extended runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and supports robust operational capabilities in the region's challenging terrain.

Approach Considerations

Runway 3/21's significant length of 9383 ft allows for versatile approach and departure options across different aircraft categories. Pilots should carefully evaluate wind conditions and utilize the full runway length, considering the airport's elevated terrain and potential microclimate influences specific to the La Rioja geographic region.

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.