João Correa da Rocha Airport

SBMA / MAB

Marabá, BR

Last Updated
Feb 7, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
5 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBMA 071700Z 10005KT 9999 SCT015 OVC070 28/23 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 357 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,857 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,357 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBMA 070900Z 0712/0724 16005KT 9999 SCT015 TX31/0717Z TN26/0724Z BECMG 0716/0718 12005KT SCT020 PROB30 0722/0724 TS FEW025CB RMK PHD
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z PROB30
+5h
MVFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BMA
7 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 7/25
Active: 7
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 50°
4.3 kt 2.5 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 - SBMA

3,364 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.4%
MVFR
19.3%
IFR
2%
LIFR
0.3%

João Correa da Rocha Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.3% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28°C (range: 22°C to 37°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 11.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
27.4%
NE
11.7%
E
5%
SE
4%
S
8.6%
SW
7.6%
W
8.8%
NW
15.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 22°C to 37°C
22°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February October September

Statistics computed from 3,364 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

João Correa da Rocha Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBMA
IATA Code: MAB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 357 ft MSL

Location

City: Marabá
Country: BR
Latitude: -5.368590°
Longitude: -49.138000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 7/25
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About João Correa da Rocha Airport

Overview

João Correa da Rocha Airport serves Marabá, a significant city in the southeastern region of Pará state, Brazil. Located at an elevation of 357 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and economic activities in the Brazilian Amazon region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 78% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistent from the north (0°) at an average of 3.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 16 knots. Temperatures range from 22°C to 37°C, with an average of 28°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates -5.368590, -49.138000, the airport features a single runway 7/25 measuring 6,562 feet with an asphalted surface. The geographical location in the Amazon region suggests potential for variable terrain and potential localized weather phenomena typical of tropical environments.

Approach Considerations

With predominantly north winds, runway 07/25 provides flexible approach options. October through November represent the best months for VFR flying, offering the most consistent weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate minimal visibility restrictions, with only 0.3% of observations reporting fog and zero instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.