Viracopos International Airport

SBKP / VCP

Campinas, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBKP 041500Z 15007KT 090V190 9999 FEW030 22/15 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,170 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,170 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Viracopos International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 7 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 SBKP 040900Z 0412/0512 12010KT CAVOK TX24/0418Z TN13/0509Z TEMPO 0416/0420 22005KT FEW040 PROB30 0508/0511 BKN010 RMK PGN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 220° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKP
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
10,630 ft 148 ft ASP 128°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBKP

7,094 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.8%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
4.2%
LIFR
1.6%

Viracopos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 37°C with an average of 22.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.7%
N
13.1%
S
7.6%
W
6.1%
NE
5.6%
NW
5.3%
SE
40.8%
SW
3.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.3°C
Range: 9°C to 37°C
9°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

July September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,094 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Viracopos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBKP
IATA Code: VCP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,170 ft MSL

Location

City: Campinas
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.007404°
Longitude: -47.134502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 10,630 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Viracopos International Airport

Overview

Viracopos International Airport serves the Campinas metropolitan area in Brazil, positioned strategically in São Paulo state at 2170 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 10,630 ft runway, it supports significant regional and cargo aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Viracopos are predominantly favorable for flight, with 87.7% of observations indicating VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeastern winds averaging 9.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 37°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. September, November, and January offer the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Its high elevation at 2170 ft MSL and location near Campinas creates potential for moderate terrain interactions and temperature variability. The runway's substantial 10,630 ft length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots on the primary runway. Wind predominantly originates from the southeast at 135 degrees, providing consistent approach predictability. With only 3.6% of observations indicating IFR conditions, visual approaches are highly probable throughout the year.

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.