Zumbi dos Palmares Airport

SBMO / MCZ

Maceió, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
2 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBMO 040600Z 25002KT 9999 FEW025 21/20 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 387 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,887 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few 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. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 SBMO 040445Z 0406/0506 26005KT 9999 SCT025 TN22/0408Z TX27/0415Z BECMG 0412/0414 12010KT BECMG 0421/0423 17005KT BECMG 0500/0503 26005KT RMK PFV
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 120° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BMO
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
8,537 ft 148 ft ASP 100°
1.3 kt 1.5 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 - SBMO

6,961 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.1%
MVFR
17.7%
IFR
3%
LIFR
0.2%

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.6°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are July, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
36.9%
N
12.4%
S
5.5%
W
6.1%
NE
16.2%
NW
7.5%
SE
12.8%
SW
1.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.6°C
Range: 19°C to 34°C
19°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,961 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBMO
IATA Code: MCZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 387 ft MSL

Location

City: Maceió
Country: BR
Latitude: -9.510810°
Longitude: -35.791698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 8,537 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zumbi dos Palmares Airport

Overview

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport serves Maceió, the capital of Alagoas state in northeastern Brazil. Located at 387 ft MSL with coordinates -9.510810, -35.791698, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The facility features a single runway 12/30 measuring 8,537 ft with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBMO are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 86.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots. Temperature remains stable, averaging 25.5°C with a range between 19°C and 34°C, supporting reliable year-round operations.

Notable Features

The airport's location in northeastern Brazil presents unique geographical characteristics for pilots. Runway 12/30 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Calm wind conditions are minimal, occurring in only 0.4% of observations, which suggests consistent atmospheric movement in the area.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported instances of visibility below 3 miles. November, January, and December represent the best months for VFR flying. The average crosswind on runway 12/30 is 4.4 knots, providing predictable landing and takeoff 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

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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.