Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport

SBAF

Rio de Janeiro, BR

Last Updated
Jul 3, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
23:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
10 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBAF 032300Z 20010KT 9999 BKN026 22/21 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 110 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,710 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 9.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 10 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light Rain between 08:00Z and 11:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light Rain between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.

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. 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 SBAF 040300Z 0406/0418 22006KT 8000 BKN016 TN19/0409Z TX23/0417Z PROB40 TEMPO 0408/0411 4000 -RA BKN010 PROB40 TEMPO 0416/0418 4000 -RA BKN013 RMK PEU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BAF
8
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 8/26
Active: 26
6,565 ft 171 ft CON
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBAF

4,256 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.6%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
0.8%

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 39°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.3%
N
8%
S
34.1%
W
13.2%
NE
6.6%
NW
5.7%
SE
5.1%
SW
13.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 11°C to 39°C
11°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April September

Statistics computed from 4,256 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBAF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 110 ft MSL

Location

City: Rio de Janeiro
Country: BR
Latitude: -22.875099°
Longitude: -43.384701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 8/26
Length: 6,565 ft
Width: 171 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport

Overview

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport serves the Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 110 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -22.875099, -43.384701, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at this airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 80.4% of observations supporting VFR operations. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, and temperatures ranging from 17°C to 39°C with an average of 26.6°C. September, November, and December offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (8/26) with a concrete surface measuring 6,565 feet in length. Its moderate elevation and location near Rio de Janeiro provides strategic access to the surrounding metropolitan and coastal regions. The geographical positioning suggests potential for varied terrain and potential wind interactions.

Approach Considerations

With predominantly southern winds, runway 26 may offer more favorable approach conditions for landing aircraft. Pilots should anticipate stable VFR conditions 80.4% of the time, with minimal risk of low instrument meteorological conditions. Average visibility consistently remains around 10 statute miles, supporting predictable approach and landing scenarios.

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.