Atlas Brasil Cantanhede Airport

SBBV / BVB

Boa Vista, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBBV 040400Z 27002KT 9999 FEW040 FEW045TCU BKN070 25/24 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 276 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
FEW 4,500 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,276 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,776 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,276 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Atlas Brasil Cantanhede Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 4,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Drizzle, Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 05:00Z and 13:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 21:00Z and 23:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBBV 032100Z 0400/0424 34005KT 9999 BKN020 SCT035TCU TN24/0408Z TX28/0420Z PROB40 0405/0413 07005KT 4000 TSRA BKN015 FEW030CB BECMG 0413/0415 16010KT 7000 DZ BKN030 FEW040TCU PROB40 0421/0423 02005KT 5000 RA BKN020 FEW030TCU RMK PGB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
05:00Z PROB40
+1h
IFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
13:00Z BECMG
+9h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Drizzle

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBV
8
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 8/26
Active: 26
8,858 ft 148 ft ASP
2.0 kt 0.3 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 - SBBV

6,855 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.5%
MVFR
6.8%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
0.3%

Atlas Brasil Cantanhede Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 94 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.3°C (range: 22°C to 37°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 94 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
54.4%
N
4%
S
6.9%
W
3.7%
NE
6.8%
NW
3.3%
SE
17.3%
SW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.3°C
Range: 22°C to 37°C
22°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September January February

Statistics computed from 6,855 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Atlas Brasil Cantanhede Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBBV
IATA Code: BVB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 276 ft MSL

Location

City: Boa Vista
Country: BR
Latitude: 2.845855°
Longitude: -60.690944°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 8/26
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Atlas Brasil Cantanhede Airport

Overview

Atlas Brasil Cantanhede Airport serves Boa Vista, located in northern Brazil. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 8,858-foot asphalt runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Roraima state region. The airport's elevation of 276 feet MSL positions it in a relatively flat terrain environment.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect consistently excellent visual flight conditions, with 96.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperatures remain warm year-round, averaging 28.5°C with a typical range between 22°C and 35°C. The prevailing easterly winds at an average of 7 knots contribute to stable flying conditions, though occasional gusts up to 94 knots have been recorded.

Notable Features

The airport is situated at coordinates 2.845855, -60.690944 in a region characterized by its tropical climate. The single runway (8/26) provides a long, reliable surface for medium-sized aircraft operations. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of significant visibility restrictions.

Approach Considerations

Given the predominant easterly winds, runway 26 may offer more favorable approach conditions. January, September, and December represent the most consistently stable months for visual flight operations. Pilots should anticipate warm temperatures and generally predictable wind patterns when planning arrivals and departures.

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.