Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport

SBIL / IOS

Ilhéus, BR

Last Updated
Apr 18, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
01:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBIL 180100Z VRB04KT 9999 FEW020 27/24 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,015 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 6.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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 SBIL 180230Z 1806/1818 26004KT 9999 SCT015 TN23/1808Z TX29/1817Z BECMG 1808/1811 8000 BKN012 BECMG 1813/1816 16008KT 9999 BKN018 RMK PGH
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
13:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BIL
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 5,174 ft 148 ft ASP No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBIL

3,362 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.8%
MVFR
10.5%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 98 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.4°C (range: 19°C to 32°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 98 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
21.1%
E
30.2%
SE
12.7%
S
15.2%
SW
7.5%
W
4.9%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.4°C
Range: 19°C to 32°C
19°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,362 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBIL
IATA Code: IOS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Ilhéus
Country: BR
Latitude: -14.815929°
Longitude: -39.033458°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,174 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport

Overview

Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport serves the coastal city of Ilhéus in Brazil, positioned at an elevation of 15 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional aviation needs in the Bahia state, situated at coordinates -14.815929, -39.033458 with a single runway 11/29 measuring 5,174 feet of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at this airport are predominantly VFR, with 87.7% of observations showing clear flight rules. The prevailing winds are from the east at 90° with an average speed of 7.5 knots, occasionally reaching up to 98 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 26.8°C with a range between 19°C and 31°C, creating stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Calm wind conditions are rare, with only 0.8% of observations showing no wind movement. The statistical data indicates exceptional visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported instances of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.9 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, December, and January. The minimal meteorological variations and consistent wind patterns make this a relatively straightforward airport for most instrument-rated pilots.

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.