Congonhas Airport

SBSP / CGH

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
150°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSP 142300Z 15006KT CAVOK 16/15 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Congonhas Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

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

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist, Patches Fog between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBSP 141630Z 1418/1506 29007KT 9999 FEW040 TX25/1418Z TN15/1505Z BECMG 1421/1423 18004KT CAVOK PROB30 1500/1506 2000 BR BCFG BKN004 RMK PHH
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z PROB30
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist, Patches Fog

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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

6,921 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.6%
MVFR
27.1%
IFR
16.5%
LIFR
1.8%

Congonhas Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 35°C with an average of 20.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.2%
NE
8.7%
E
12.2%
SE
26.7%
S
26.5%
SW
2.9%
W
2.4%
NW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.8°C
Range: 8°C to 35°C
8°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April May December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,921 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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

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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.