Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

SBGR / GRU

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
Feb 7, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
8 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBGR 071600Z 31008KT 9999 BKN025 FEW030TCU BKN100 28/21 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,461 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,961 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,461 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,461 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBGR 070900Z 0712/0818 08005KT 9999 FEW015 BKN020 TX31/0717Z TN19/0809Z BECMG 0712/0714 06005KT BKN030 BECMG 0715/0717 16007KT 7000 BKN016 PROB30 0718/0720 TS BKN016 SCT030 FEW040CB BECMG 0720/0722 12005KT 8000 BKN011 BECMG 0801/0803 09005KT BECMG 0803/0805 11004KT BKN003 BECMG 0806/0808 15004KT SCT007 BECMG 0809/0811 10002KT NSW SCT011 BECMG 0812/0814 12005KT SCT020 RMK PHG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:00Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 80° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
18:00Z PROB30
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
20:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
01:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 90° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGR
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
12,139 ft 148 ft ASP 74°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 74°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBGR

3,581 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.6%
MVFR
33%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
0.8%

Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 21.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.2%
NE
10.2%
E
25.8%
SE
20%
S
13.8%
SW
3.2%
W
9.3%
NW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.4°C
Range: 10°C to 36°C
10°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,581 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBGR
IATA Code: GRU
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,461 ft MSL

Location

City: São Paulo
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.431944°
Longitude: -46.467778°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 12,139 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

Overview

Guarulhos International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for São Paulo, Brazil's largest metropolitan area. Located at an elevation of 2,461 feet MSL, it is a major hub for both international and domestic air traffic. The airport features two substantial asphalt runways capable of handling large commercial aircraft, with lengths of 12,139 feet and 9,843 feet respectively.

Flying Conditions

São Paulo's airport environment presents variable weather conditions typical of a subtropical climate zone. Pilots should anticipate potential atmospheric instability, particularly during seasonal transition periods. The airport's elevation at 2,461 feet MSL can impact aircraft performance, especially during warmer temperatures or when operating at maximum gross weight.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates -23.431944, -46.467778, Guarulhos Airport is positioned in a complex urban terrain surrounding São Paulo's extensive metropolitan area. The airport's dual runway configuration (10L/28R and 10R/28L) provides operational flexibility for various wind conditions and traffic management. Its geographical location offers strategic access to Brazil's most economically significant region.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (10/28) suggests potential crosswind scenarios that pilots must consider during approach and landing. The substantial runway lengths of 12,139 feet and 9,843 feet provide generous margins for most commercial aircraft types. Careful attention to local wind patterns and terrain characteristics is recommended when planning arrivals and departures.

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.