Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

SBGR / GRU

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
Mar 3, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBGR 032300Z 15005KT 100V190 9999 FEW017 20/16 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,461 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,161 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBGR 031600Z 0318/0424 14010KT 9999 BKN030 TN16/0409Z TX27/0417Z TEMPO 0318/0321 15018KT BECMG 0321/0323 BKN016 BECMG 0401/0403 12007KT 7000 BKN010 BECMG 0406/0408 4000 BR BKN007 PROB30 0409/0411 2000 BR OVC003 BECMG 0411/0413 9999 NSW FEW020 BECMG 0414/0416 14010KT BKN035 TEMPO 0417/0420 15015KT BECMG 0421/0423 13008KT 8000 BKN015 RMK PGQ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
01:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 120° 7 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Mist
09:00Z PROB30
+10h
LIFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist

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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: 10L
12,139 ft 148 ft ASP 74°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 74°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBGR

4,206 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.3%
MVFR
33.4%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
0.8%

Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 21.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 3.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.5%
NE
10.1%
E
26.2%
SE
20.3%
S
13.7%
SW
3.3%
W
8.5%
NW
9%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.6°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

March December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,206 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.

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.