Afonso Pena Airport

SBCT / CWB

Curitiba, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
4 kt
110°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBCT 142300Z 11004KT CAVOK 14/12 Q1020

Weather Briefing

VFR

Afonso Pena Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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: Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain, 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 SBCT 141500Z 1418/1518 33006KT CAVOK TX22/1418Z TN12/1508Z BECMG 1420/1422 9999 SCT020 BECMG 1422/1424 03005KT PROB30 1505/1509 5000 RA BR BKN015 BECMG 1509/1511 09004KT BECMG 1514/1516 36003KT RMK PEH
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
05:00Z PROB30
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Rain, Mist
09:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 90° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BCT
11
29
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 5,899 ft 148 ft ASP
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
110° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
7,277 ft 148 ft ASP 136°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBCT

6,076 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
47.9%
MVFR
23%
IFR
20.5%
LIFR
8.6%

Afonso Pena Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
11.2%
E
39.8%
SE
15.5%
S
3.5%
SW
5.5%
W
8.5%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 19°C
Range: 2°C to 33°C
2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

December January April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,076 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Afonso Pena Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBCT
IATA Code: CWB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,988 ft MSL

Location

City: Curitiba
Country: BR
Latitude: -25.528500°
Longitude: -49.175800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,899 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 7,277 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Afonso Pena Airport

Overview

Afonso Pena Airport serves Curitiba, Brazil, as a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 2,988 feet MSL. Located at coordinates -25.528500, -49.175800, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Paraná region. It features two asphalted runways capable of handling a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Afonso Pena Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 48.2% of the time. Pilots can expect easterly winds averaging 7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 34 knots. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 33°C, with an average of 18.5°C, suggesting potential for moderate thermal variations.

Notable Features

The airport's two runways (11/29 and 15/33) offer flexibility in operations, with both showing 100% favorable wind alignment. Runway 11/29 measures 5,899 feet, while runway 15/33 extends to 7,277 feet, providing substantial landing and takeoff options. The high elevation of 2,988 feet MSL may impact aircraft performance characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate minimal average crosswind conditions, with 11/29 experiencing 3-knot and 15/33 experiencing 4.8-knot crosswinds. January, December, and September represent the best months for visual flight conditions, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly wind patterns during approach and departure.

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.