Viracopos International Airport

SBKP / VCP

Campinas, BR

Last Updated
Aug 8, 04:08Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
04:08Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
4 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI SBKP 080408Z 02004KT 340V070 9999 -TSRA SCT030 FEW050CB BKN070 18/17 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,170 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
FEW 5,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,170 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,170 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,170 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Viracopos International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 20 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 07:00Z and 10:00Z.

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 AMD SBKP 080150Z 0802/0824 01004KT 5000 TSRA BR BKN010 FEW040CB TN16/0809Z TX28/0818Z BECMG 0803/0805 9999 NSW SCT020 PROB30 0807/0810 5000 BR BKN010 BECMG 0810/0812 36010KT BECMG 0813/0815 32020G30KT CAVOK RMK PGL
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:14Z BASE
+0h
IFR 10° 4 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
07:00Z PROB30
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 360° 10 kt
13:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 320° 20 kt
Visibility: >10km

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: 33
10,630 ft 148 ft ASP 128°
2.6 kt 3.1 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 - SBKP

7,848 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85%
MVFR
9.4%
IFR
4%
LIFR
1.5%

Viracopos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 37°C with an average of 22°C. The best months for VFR flying are August, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 4%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.4%
N
13.1%
S
7.3%
W
5.9%
NE
5.8%
NW
5.4%
SE
40.2%
SW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 22°C
Range: 8°C to 37°C
8°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

August September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,848 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 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.