Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport

SBSV / SSA

Salvador, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
2 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSV 041000Z 25002KT 9999 BKN025 BKN060 22/21 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 64 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,564 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,064 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 SBSV 040430Z 0406/0506 12005KT 9999 SCT016 TN23/0406Z TX26/0417Z BECMG 0407/0409 16005KT BECMG 0413/0415 SCT020 FEW025TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0418/0421 VCSH PROB30 TEMPO 0500/0506 8000 SHRA SCT016 FEW025TCU RMK PGL
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR
18:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+8h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSV
10
28 ✈️
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
9,859 ft 148 ft ASP 78°
1.7 kt 1.0 kt
30° angle
17/35 4,987 ft 148 ft ASP 143°
0.6 kt 1.9 kt
107° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBSV

7,045 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.3%
MVFR
15.3%
IFR
3%
LIFR
0.4%

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 36°C with an average of 26.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
40.7%
N
7.2%
S
9.4%
W
3.2%
NE
13%
NW
2.7%
SE
21.7%
SW
1.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 18°C to 36°C
18°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,045 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSV
IATA Code: SSA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 64 ft MSL

Location

City: Salvador
Country: BR
Latitude: -12.908611°
Longitude: -38.322498°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,859 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,987 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport

Overview

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport serves Salvador, Brazil as a major regional aviation hub. Located at coordinates -12.908611, -38.322498 with an elevation of 64 feet MSL, this large airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for northeastern Brazil. The airport supports significant commercial passenger and cargo operations with its two substantial runways.

Flying Conditions

Salvador's coastal location influences the airport's meteorological environment, typically characterized by relatively stable temperatures and moderate humidity. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, with runway 10/28 offering a 9,859-foot primary surface that can accommodate significant wind conditions. The secondary runway 17/35, measuring 4,987 feet, provides additional operational flexibility.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning at 64 feet above mean sea level provides relatively straightforward terrain approaches with minimal elevation challenges. Its two asphalted runways offer robust operational capabilities, with the primary 10/28 runway providing extensive length for heavy aircraft operations. The airport's design supports large aircraft movements typical of international and domestic commercial services.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on prevailing wind conditions, with the longer 10/28 runway offering preferred approach options for most commercial aircraft. The substantial 9,859-foot primary runway supports complex approach procedures and provides significant margin for safe landings across various aircraft types. Pilots should reference current meteorological data to determine optimal runway selection during arrival.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.