São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport

SBSG / NAT

Natal, BR

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
4 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSG 050700Z 20004KT 9999 FEW020 22/22 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 272 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,272 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBSG 050406Z 0506/0606 09005KT 9999 SCT020 TN24/0508Z TX30/0516Z TEMPO 0506/0512 20005KT BECMG 0512/0514 09015KT TEMPO 0515/0521 36007KT 4000 TSRA BKN017 FEW025CB BECMG 0521/0523 09005KT TEMPO 0602/0606 20005KT 4000 BR BKN010 RMK PHI
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 90° 15 kt
15:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR 360° 7 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,700 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSG
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
9,843 ft 197 ft ASP 99°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBSG

3,892 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.9%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.4%

São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.4°C (range: 20°C to 32°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.5%
NE
2.4%
E
40.3%
SE
34.2%
S
19.4%
SW
2.4%
W
0.4%
NW
0.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.4°C
Range: 20°C to 32°C
20°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,892 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSG
IATA Code: NAT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 272 ft MSL

Location

City: Natal
Country: BR
Latitude: -5.769804°
Longitude: -35.366578°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport

Overview

São Gonçalo do Amarante International Airport serves Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, as a modern medium-sized international airport. Located at 272 ft MSL with coordinates -5.769804, -35.366578, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for northeastern Brazil. Its single runway 12/30 extends 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling significant commercial and regional aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates highly reliable visual flight conditions, with 85.1% VFR days throughout the year. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 8.1 knots with maximum gusts to 17 knots. Temperature ranges between 20°C and 32°C, with an average of 26.3°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position offers consistent wind alignment, with runway 12/30 experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time. Average crosswind components remain minimal at 2.6 knots, providing predictable landing and takeoff environments. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported significant fog occurrences.

Approach Considerations

September through December represent the optimal VFR months for operations, characterized by the most stable weather patterns. Runway 12/30 offers optimal wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges. Pilots can expect reliable visual meteorological conditions with minimal disruption from adverse weather phenomena.

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.