Viracopos International Airport

SBKP / VCP

Campinas, BR

Last Updated
May 15, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
3 kt
110°
8 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBKP 151100Z 11003KT 8000 SCT045 BKN080 17/15 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,170 ft
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,670 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,170 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Viracopos International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 07:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 15:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 SBKP 150420Z 1506/1606 12005KT CAVOK TN16/1509Z TX24/1517Z PROB30 1507/1511 7000 RA BKN020 BECMG 1512/1514 16005KT SCT030 TEMPO 1515/1522 23008KT 7000 RA BKN020 BECMG 1600/1602 13005KT CAVOK RMK PGN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 160° 5 kt
15:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR 230° 8 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKP
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
10,630 ft 148 ft ASP 128°
2.3 kt 1.9 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 - SBKP

5,846 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.7%
MVFR
8.7%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
0.8%

Viracopos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 37°C with an average of 23.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
13%
NE
5.8%
E
13.6%
SE
40.5%
S
7.6%
SW
3.7%
W
6.5%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.2°C
Range: 9°C to 37°C
9°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,846 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Viracopos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBKP
IATA Code: VCP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,170 ft MSL

Location

City: Campinas
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.007404°
Longitude: -47.134502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 10,630 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Viracopos International Airport

Overview

Viracopos International Airport serves the Campinas metropolitan area in Brazil, positioned strategically in São Paulo state at 2170 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 10,630 ft runway, it supports significant regional and cargo aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Viracopos are predominantly favorable for flight, with 87.7% of observations indicating VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeastern winds averaging 9.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 37°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. September, November, and January offer the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Its high elevation at 2170 ft MSL and location near Campinas creates potential for moderate terrain interactions and temperature variability. The runway's substantial 10,630 ft length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots on the primary runway. Wind predominantly originates from the southeast at 135 degrees, providing consistent approach predictability. With only 3.6% of observations indicating IFR conditions, visual approaches are highly probable throughout the year.

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.