Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport

SBPB / PHB

Parnaíba, BR

Last Updated
May 15, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
7 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBPB 151800Z 03007KT 9999 FEW016 FEW025TCU BKN080 30/25 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 23 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,623 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,523 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,023 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 7 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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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Raw TAF
TAF SBPB 151535Z 1518/1606 06005KT 7000 BKN015 FEW025TCU TX30/1518Z TN24/1606Z BECMG 1600/1602 02005KT RMK PGY
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 20° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BPB
9 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 9/27
Active: 9
6,890 ft 148 ft ASP
3.5 kt 6.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBPB

3,089 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.2%
MVFR
10.3%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0%

Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.2 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 29.1°C (range: 23°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
47.4%
E
39.9%
SE
4.5%
S
1.3%
SW
0.4%
W
1.1%
NW
0.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.1°C
Range: 23°C to 34°C
23°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Statistics computed from 3,089 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBPB
IATA Code: PHB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Parnaíba
Country: BR
Latitude: -2.893750°
Longitude: -41.731998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 9/27
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport

Overview

Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport serves the city of Parnaíba in northeastern Brazil, positioned at 23 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway 9/27 measuring 6,890 feet, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect consistently excellent visual flight conditions, with 99.1% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences predominantly northeast winds averaging 10.7 knots, with maximum gusts up to 18 knots. Temperature ranges between 24°C and 33°C, with an average of 29.7°C, indicating stable, warm tropical conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 23 feet MSL suggests a flat coastal terrain typical of northeastern Brazil. Its geographic coordinates (-2.893750, -41.731998) place it near the Atlantic coast, which likely influences local wind patterns and meteorological conditions. The consistent wind direction from the northeast can provide predictable approach and departure conditions.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing northeast winds, runway 9 may offer more favorable landing and takeoff conditions. The exceptional visibility (averaging 10 statute miles) and complete absence of reported fog create reliable approach opportunities. Pilots should anticipate stable wind conditions and prepare for warm temperatures during all operations.

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.