Fernando de Noronha Airport

SBFN / FEN

Fernando de Noronha, BR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBFN 040700Z AUTO 11008KT 080V140 9999 SCT018 SCT023 27/23 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 193 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
SCT 2,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,993 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,493 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBFN 040300Z 0406/0418 10010KT 9999 SCT017 TN26/0406Z TX31/0412Z RMK PHD
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BFN
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
6,053 ft 148 ft ASP
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBFN

4,764 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.2%
MVFR
28%
IFR
2.7%
LIFR
0.2%

Fernando de Noronha Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 11.5 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.1°C (range: 23°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 11.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.2%
NE
1%
E
18.4%
SE
79.2%
S
0.9%
SW
0%
W
0.1%
NW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 23°C to 33°C
23°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,764 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fernando de Noronha Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBFN
IATA Code: FEN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 193 ft MSL

Location

City: Fernando de Noronha
Country: BR
Latitude: -3.854471°
Longitude: -32.423302°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,053 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fernando de Noronha Airport

Overview

Fernando de Noronha Airport serves the isolated archipelago located approximately 354 kilometers off Brazil's northeastern coast. As a medium-sized airport situated at 193 feet mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this ecologically significant marine national park and UNESCO World Heritage site.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBFN are predominantly VFR, with 72.5% of observations indicating clear flight rules and only 1.8% IFR conditions. Southeast winds dominate at 135 degrees, averaging 12.3 knots with maximum recorded speeds of 21 knots. Consistent temperatures ranging between 23-32°C with an average of 27°C support stable flying environments.

Notable Features

The single runway 12/30 is 6,053 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take advantage of consistent regional wind patterns. Its geographical location on a remote oceanic island presents unique navigational considerations, with minimal surrounding terrain interference and open maritime approaches from all directions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.6 knots. The best visual flying months are October, November, and January, offering optimal meteorological conditions for arrivals and departures with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.