Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport

SBSJ / SJK

São José Dos Campos, BR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSJ 221100Z VRB01KT 9999 SCT019 18/15 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,120 ft
SCT 1,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,900 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: scattered at 1,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

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 SBSJ 220430Z 2206/2218 16004KT 9999 SCT017 TN13/2209Z TX27/2218Z PROB30 2208/2211 3000 BR BKN008 BECMG 2212/2215 CAVOK RMK PGE
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSJ
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 8,780 ft 148 ft ASP 135° 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 - SBSJ

4,708 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.3%
MVFR
23.2%
IFR
10.9%
LIFR
2.6%

Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 22.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.2%
NE
14.5%
E
14.9%
SE
20%
S
17.7%
SW
6.6%
W
7.9%
NW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.3°C
Range: 10°C to 36°C
10°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

December April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,708 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSJ
IATA Code: SJK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,120 ft MSL

Location

City: São José Dos Campos
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.229200°
Longitude: -45.861500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,780 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport

Overview

Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport serves São José Dos Campos in Brazil, functioning as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 2,120 feet MSL. The airport is strategically located at coordinates -23.229200, -45.861500, supporting regional aviation operations in the São Paulo state. Its single runway 16/34 provides a substantial 8,780-foot asphalt surface for aircraft movements.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBSJ are predominantly favorable for flying, with 65.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeastern winds averaging 6.7 knots, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 23 knots. Temperature ranges from 10°C to 36°C, with an average of 22.2°C, making it a relatively stable environment for aviation operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 16/34 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswinds average only 4.3 knots, indicating generally comfortable landing conditions. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during December, September, and January, which represent the airport's best flying months. The prevailing southeast winds at 135 degrees suggest runway 16/34 will typically offer the most favorable wind alignment for arrivals and departures. With calm conditions occurring only 2.2% of the time, wind considerations are generally predictable and manageable.

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.