Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport

SBBG / BGX

Bagé, BR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 14 hours ago
19:45Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
8 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
2,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI SBBG 221945Z 05008KT 9999 BKN021 24/19 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 600 ft
BKN 2,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,700 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 13.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 8 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 07:00Z and 10:00Z.

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 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 SBBG 230300Z 2306/2318 11003KT 9999 SCT014 TN14/2309Z TX20/2317Z PROB30 2307/2310 3500 BR NSC BECMG 2315/2317 10006KT CAVOK RMK PFM
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 100° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBG
14
32
6 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 3,770 ft 148 ft GRS
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
✈️ 6/24
Active: 6
4,921 ft 98 ft CON 46°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBBG

4,568 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.4%
MVFR
13.7%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
3.2%

Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.8%
NE
21%
E
21.3%
SE
15%
S
10.5%
SW
7.2%
W
10.2%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.3°C
Range: 4°C to 37°C
4°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,568 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBBG
IATA Code: BGX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 600 ft MSL

Location

City: Bagé
Country: BR
Latitude: -31.390499°
Longitude: -54.112202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 3,770 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 6/24
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport

Overview

Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport serves the city of Bagé in southern Brazil, located at coordinates -31.390499, -54.112202. Positioned at 600 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport features two runways: a grass runway 14/32 measuring 3,770 feet and a concrete runway 6/24 extending 4,921 feet.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 77.8% of observations supporting clear flying. Easterly winds dominate at 90 degrees, averaging 8.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 36°C, with an average of 20.6°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration provides flexibility for different wind conditions, with runway 14/32 showing particularly favorable wind alignment. The grass and concrete runways offer different surface characteristics that pilots should consider during approach and landing. Its location in southern Brazil suggests potential for varied terrain and regional meteorological influences.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with runway 14/32 experiencing an average crosswind of just 5.8 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility (only 1.6% fog occurrence). The concrete runway 6/24 provides the longer landing surface and may be preferable for larger aircraft or during more challenging wind conditions.

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.