Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport

SBBE / BEL

Belém, BR

Last Updated
Jul 5, 18:05Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
18:05Z

🌇 Dusk
LIFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
20 kt
60° G36 kt
0.8 km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI SBBE 051805Z 06020G36KT 0800 R07///// +TSRA BKN015 BKN030 FEW035CB 26/24 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 54 ft
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
FEW 3,500 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,554 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,054 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,554 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,500 feet and 0.8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 20 knots with gusts to 36 knots. The significant gust spread of 16 knots may cause challenging turbulence on approach. Runway 07/20 is favored with a 20-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 6 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 0.8 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 19:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations. 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 SBBE 051500Z 0518/0618 14010KT 9999 SCT025 TX32/0518Z TN24/0606Z PROB30 0519/0521 02010KT TS SCT025 FEW035CB BECMG 0522/0524 02005KT FEW025 BECMG 0601/0603 09005KT BECMG 0615/0617 14010KT SCT025 RMK PHQ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z PROB30
+1h
MVFR 20° 10 kt
22:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 20° 5 kt
01:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 90° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBE
03
21
07 ✈️
20
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 6,004 ft 148 ft ASP
11.5 kt 16.4 kt
55° angle
✈️ 07/20
Active: 07
108 ft 108 ft CON
19.7 kt 3.5 kt
10° angle
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
9,186 ft 148 ft ASP 46°
19.7 kt 3.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBBE

7,240 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.5%
MVFR
13.1%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
1.8%

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.9°C (range: 22°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are July, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
28.5%
N
17.3%
S
2.9%
W
1.6%
NE
35.2%
NW
4.3%
SE
8.3%
SW
0.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.9°C
Range: 22°C to 33°C
22°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

July September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 07/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,240 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBBE
IATA Code: BEL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 54 ft MSL

Location

City: Belém
Country: BR
Latitude: -1.379279°
Longitude: -48.476207°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,004 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/20
Length: 108 ft
Width: 108 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport

Overview

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport serves Belém, the capital of Pará state in northern Brazil. As a large international airport situated at 54 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Amazon region. The airport supports significant regional and international passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -1.379279, -48.476207, the airport experiences consistent tropical climate conditions with high humidity and frequent precipitation. Pilots should anticipate potential convective weather patterns typical of the Amazon basin, which can generate sudden thunderstorm activity. Temperature and humidity variations can significantly impact aircraft performance, especially during takeoff and landing.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with substantial length variations: Runway 03/21 at 6,004 feet, Runway 07/20 at only 108 feet, and the primary Runway 07/25 extending 9,186 feet. The significant runway length on 07/25 provides flexibility for large aircraft operations and supports the airport's role as a major regional transportation hub. The relatively low elevation of 54 feet means minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's extended length makes it the preferred runway for most commercial and cargo operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts given the airport's proximity to coastal and riverine environments. Standard instrument approach procedures will be applicable, with careful attention to local meteorological conditions characteristic of the Amazon 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

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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.