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Weather Briefing
VFRSantos Dumont Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 6 knots. Runway 02L/20R is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
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, RADZ, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 06:00Z and 11:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 02L
|
4,134 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 357° |
↑ 2.1 kt
•
↔ 5.6 kt
70° angle
|
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✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 02R
|
4,341 ft | 138 ft | ASP | 357° |
↑ 2.1 kt
•
↔ 5.6 kt
70° angle
|
Weather Statistics - SBRJ
7,079 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Santos Dumont Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 37°C with an average of 24.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, September.
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Statistics computed from 7,079 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Santos Dumont Airport - Airport Information
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About Santos Dumont Airport
Overview
Santos Dumont Airport serves Rio de Janeiro as a critical medium-sized urban airport located directly adjacent to Guanabara Bay. Positioned at just 11 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for Brazil's second-largest metropolitan area, handling significant commercial and regional aviation traffic.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Santos Dumont are predominantly favorable for flying, with VFR conditions present 81.3% of the time and MVFR conditions covering an additional 14% of observations. Temperature ranges between 17°C and 37°C, with an average of 24.2°C, and winds predominantly from the south at an average of 7.7 knots, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.
Notable Features
The airport features two parallel asphalt runways with similar operational characteristics, both experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of 4.5 knots. Its low elevation and urban coastal location suggest potential for wind variability and thermal interactions typical of marine-adjacent airport environments.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect optimal visual flying conditions during December, September, and November, with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Both runways offer symmetrical wind alignments, providing flexibility in approach and departure directions while maintaining predictable wind interaction patterns.
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.
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