Congonhas Airport

SBSP / CGH

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
Feb 17, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
3 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSP 170600Z AUTO 04003KT 010V070 CAVOK 23/18 Q1018

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBSP 170130Z 1706/1718 09005KT 8000 SCT010 TN20/1708Z TX30/1717Z BECMG 1706/1708 06005KT BECMG 1710/1712 9999 SCT030 PROB30 1715/1718 35007KT TS BKN020 FEW045CB RMK PHP
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
10:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z PROB30
+9h
MVFR 350° 7 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSP
17L
35R ✈️
17R
35L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17L/35R
Active: 35R
4,905 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 35L
6,365 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
1.9 kt 2.3 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 - SBSP

4,489 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.7%
MVFR
29.7%
IFR
17.7%
LIFR
2%

Congonhas Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 35°C with an average of 20.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9%
NE
8%
E
10.5%
SE
25.7%
S
27.2%
SW
2.6%
W
2.5%
NW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.5°C
Range: 11°C to 35°C
11°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

December November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,489 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Congonhas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSP
IATA Code: CGH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,631 ft MSL

Location

City: São Paulo
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.627657°
Longitude: -46.654601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 17L/35R
Length: 4,905 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 6,365 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Congonhas Airport

Overview

Congonhas Airport serves São Paulo, Brazil's largest metropolitan area, as a critical medium-sized urban airport. Located at 2631 feet mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and general aviation traffic in a densely populated region. Its strategic positioning within São Paulo makes it a key transportation hub for the southeastern Brazilian aviation network.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 51% of observations indicating clear weather and an additional 28.7% in marginal VFR status. Temperature variations range from 11°C to 35°C, with an average of 20.2°C, providing generally stable flying conditions. The best VFR months are December, November, and January, offering optimal flying weather for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel asphalt runways: 17L/35R (4905 ft) and 17R/35L (6365 ft), both aligned in a north-south orientation. Consistent wind patterns from the south (180°) average 8.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to its relatively stable wind characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 0.1% of observations). Pilots can anticipate reliable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of late calendar 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.