Congonhas Airport

SBSP / CGH

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
08:35Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
6 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI SBSP 040835Z AUTO 15006KT 9999 BKN006 OVC011 15/14 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,631 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,231 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,731 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Congonhas Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 6 knots. Runway 17L/35R is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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: Drizzle, Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Drizzle, Mist between 07:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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 SBSP 040410Z 0406/0418 14007KT 9999 BKN008 TN15/0409Z TX17/0416Z PROB30 0407/0411 4000 DZ BR OVC005 BECMG 0412/0414 BKN015 BECMG 0415/0417 16007KT BKN010 RMK PGN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:53Z BASE
+0h
IFR 140° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+7h
MVFR 160° 7 kt
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSP
17L ✈️
35R
17R ✈️
35L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17L/35R
Active: 17L
4,905 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 17R
6,365 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - SBSP

8,482 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.6%
MVFR
26.2%
IFR
18.7%
LIFR
3.4%

Congonhas Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 35°C with an average of 20°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
E
11%
N
8.4%
S
27%
W
2.3%
NE
8.8%
NW
12.4%
SE
26%
SW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 20°C
Range: 8°C to 35°C
8°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,482 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Congonhas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSP
IATA Code: CGH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,631 ft MSL

Location

City: São Paulo
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.627657°
Longitude: -46.654601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 17L/35R
Length: 4,905 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 6,365 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Congonhas Airport

Overview

Congonhas Airport serves São Paulo, Brazil's largest metropolitan area, as a critical medium-sized urban airport. Located at 2631 feet mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and general aviation traffic in a densely populated region. Its strategic positioning within São Paulo makes it a key transportation hub for the southeastern Brazilian aviation network.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 51% of observations indicating clear weather and an additional 28.7% in marginal VFR status. Temperature variations range from 11°C to 35°C, with an average of 20.2°C, providing generally stable flying conditions. The best VFR months are December, November, and January, offering optimal flying weather for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel asphalt runways: 17L/35R (4905 ft) and 17R/35L (6365 ft), both aligned in a north-south orientation. Consistent wind patterns from the south (180°) average 8.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to its relatively stable wind characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 0.1% of observations). Pilots can anticipate reliable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of late calendar 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.