Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport

SBUL / UDI

Uberlândia, BR

Last Updated
Jun 17, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
220°
0.2 km
Visibility
100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBUL 170800Z 22005KT 0200 R04/0700D R22/P2000N FG BKN001 13/12 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,094 ft
BKN 100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,194 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 100 feet and 0.2 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 0.2 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is very low at 100 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Patches Fog, Mist, Fog. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog, Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 12:00Z and 13:00Z.

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. 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 SBUL 170430Z 1706/1718 20006KT 9999 FEW035 TN13/1708Z TX24/1717Z BECMG 1706/1707 15005KT 4000 BR BKN005 PROB30 1708/1712 2000 BCFG BR BKN003 PROB30 1712/1713 0800 FG OVC002 BECMG 1713/1714 17006KT 9999 NSW FEW007 BECMG 1715/1717 CAVOK RMK PHH
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z PROB30
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
13:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 170° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BUL
4
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 4/22
Active: 22
6,398 ft 148 ft ASP
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBUL

6,343 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.3%
MVFR
6%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
5.2%

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 35°C with an average of 23.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
31.3%
N
12.1%
S
7.9%
W
4.8%
NE
14.3%
NW
3.3%
SE
17.7%
SW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.1°C
Range: 12°C to 35°C
12°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

April June May

Statistics computed from 6,343 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBUL
IATA Code: UDI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,094 ft MSL

Location

City: Uberlândia
Country: BR
Latitude: -18.883579°
Longitude: -48.225936°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 4/22
Length: 6,398 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport

Overview

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport serves Uberlândia, a significant city in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Located at 3,094 feet elevation with coordinates -18.883579, -48.225936, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and economic needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBUL are predominantly VFR, with 85.6% of observations indicating favorable flying conditions. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 7.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature ranges from 14°C to 35°C, with an average of 23.8°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (4/22) measuring 6,398 feet with an asphalt surface. Its elevated position at 3,094 feet MSL provides unique terrain considerations for pilots, potentially affecting aircraft performance and approach dynamics. The geographical location suggests potential for thermal and wind variations typical of the Brazilian interior.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing easterly winds suggest runway 22 might offer more favorable approach conditions for landing. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 1.6% of observations). September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

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.