Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport

SBIZ / IMP

Imperatriz, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBIZ 142200Z 05004KT 9999 FEW010 SCT080 26/24 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 430 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,430 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,430 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft, scattered at 8,000 ft.

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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 SBIZ 141500Z 1418/1506 09010KT 9999 SCT025 TX31/1418Z TN24/1506Z RMK PHD
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BIZ
7 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 7/25
Active: 7
5,899 ft 148 ft ASP
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBIZ

4,210 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.1%
MVFR
18.8%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 38°C with an average of 27.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 9.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.4%
NE
20%
E
22.6%
SE
8.7%
S
7.8%
SW
3%
W
6.1%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 20°C to 38°C
20°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October May November

Statistics computed from 4,210 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBIZ
IATA Code: IMP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 430 ft MSL

Location

City: Imperatriz
Country: BR
Latitude: -5.531290°
Longitude: -47.459999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 7/25
Length: 5,899 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport

Overview

Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport serves Imperatriz, Brazil, as a medium-sized regional airport situated at 430 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Maranhão state, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations in this central Brazilian region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.9% of observed weather periods offering clear flying conditions. Temperature ranges from 20°C to 38°C with an average of 28.5°C, and wind patterns typically originate from the northeast at an average of 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. October, November, and September represent the most consistent VFR months for pilots.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates -5.531290, -47.459999, the airport features a single runway (7/25) measuring 5,899 feet with an asphalt surface. The airport's moderate elevation and geographic location suggest potential thermal and wind gradient considerations during approach and departure, particularly during the warmer months.

Approach Considerations

Given the predominant northeast wind direction, runway 07 may offer more favorable landing conditions in typical wind scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind components and prepare for thermal activity common in this tropical latitude. The consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles) provides reliable visual reference during approaches.

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.