Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport

SBAF

Rio de Janeiro, BR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBAF 230100Z 24002KT 9999 SCT036 22/22 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 110 ft
SCT 3,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,710 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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 12 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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 05:00Z and 09:00Z.

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 SBAF 222100Z 2300/2312 09004KT 8000 FEW015 TN18/2305Z TX24/2311Z PROB30 2305/2309 4000 BR SCT015 BECMG 2310/2312 27005KT 9999 SCT020 RMK PAB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:31Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 4 kt
Visibility: 8 km
05:00Z PROB30
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BAF
8
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 8/26
Active: 26
6,565 ft 171 ft CON
1.9 kt 0.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBAF

3,223 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.2%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
0.7%

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 39°C with an average of 26.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.8%
NE
6.9%
E
13.8%
SE
6.1%
S
36.1%
SW
12.2%
W
11.4%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.9°C
Range: 17°C to 39°C
17°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September December

Statistics computed from 3,223 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBAF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 110 ft MSL

Location

City: Rio de Janeiro
Country: BR
Latitude: -22.875099°
Longitude: -43.384701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 8/26
Length: 6,565 ft
Width: 171 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport

Overview

Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport serves the Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 110 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -22.875099, -43.384701, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at this airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 80.4% of observations supporting VFR operations. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, and temperatures ranging from 17°C to 39°C with an average of 26.6°C. September, November, and December offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (8/26) with a concrete surface measuring 6,565 feet in length. Its moderate elevation and location near Rio de Janeiro provides strategic access to the surrounding metropolitan and coastal regions. The geographical positioning suggests potential for varied terrain and potential wind interactions.

Approach Considerations

With predominantly southern winds, runway 26 may offer more favorable approach conditions for landing aircraft. Pilots should anticipate stable VFR conditions 80.4% of the time, with minimal risk of low instrument meteorological conditions. Average visibility consistently remains around 10 statute miles, supporting predictable approach and landing scenarios.

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
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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.