Hercílio Luz International Airport

SBFL / FLN

Florianópolis, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBFL 141500Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW030 24/15 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,016 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hercílio Luz International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 SBFL 140900Z 1412/1512 34004KT CAVOK TX22/1417Z TN15/1508Z BECMG 1412/1414 9999 SCT025 BECMG 1414/1416 13005KT BECMG 1420/1422 20006KT BECMG 1504/1506 BKN025 RMK PEL
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km
20:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 200° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BFL
14
32
3
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 159° No wind data
3/21 4,331 ft 148 ft CON 12° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBFL

5,832 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.1%
MVFR
12.4%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
0.8%

Hercílio Luz International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 35°C with an average of 23.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.2%
N
26.2%
S
15.4%
W
10.2%
NE
3.4%
NW
14%
SE
12.7%
SW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.1°C
Range: 11°C to 35°C
11°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,832 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hercílio Luz International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBFL
IATA Code: FLN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Florianópolis
Country: BR
Latitude: -27.670279°
Longitude: -48.552502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 3/21
Length: 4,331 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Hercílio Luz International Airport

Overview

Hercílio Luz International Airport serves Florianópolis, the capital of Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil. Located at coordinates -27.670279, -48.552502, the airport operates at a low elevation of 16 feet mean sea level and provides international and domestic air transportation services for the region.

Flying Conditions

Situated in a coastal environment, the airport experiences variable weather typical of southern Brazilian maritime regions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and marine layer developments, particularly during seasonal transition periods, which can impact visibility and approach conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary 7,546-foot asphalt runway (14/32) and a secondary 4,331-foot concrete runway (3/21). Its coastal location near Florianópolis introduces potential wind gradient and thermal variations that pilots must carefully assess during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the longer 14/32 runway offering more flexibility for larger aircraft operations. The airport's relatively low elevation and dual-runway configuration provide multiple approach options, allowing pilots to select the most favorable runway based on current meteorological conditions.

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.