Congonhas Airport

SBSP / CGH

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
Jul 19, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
11 kt
360°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSP 190400Z AUTO 36011KT CAVOK 17/08 Q1021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Congonhas Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 11 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 SBSP 182200Z 1900/1912 01007KT CAVOK TN13/1909Z TX18/1912Z RMK PHH
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 7 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSP
17L
35R ✈️
17R
35L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17L/35R
Active: 35R
4,905 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
10.8 kt 1.9 kt
10° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 35L
6,365 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
10.8 kt 1.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBSP

8,945 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.5%
MVFR
26%
IFR
19%
LIFR
3.5%

Congonhas Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 35°C with an average of 19.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.1%
N
8.5%
S
26.9%
W
2.3%
NE
9.1%
NW
12.5%
SE
25.8%
SW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.8°C
Range: 8°C to 35°C
8°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

April December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,945 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Congonhas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSP
IATA Code: CGH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,631 ft MSL

Location

City: São Paulo
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.627657°
Longitude: -46.654601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 17L/35R
Length: 4,905 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 6,365 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Congonhas Airport

Overview

Congonhas Airport serves São Paulo, Brazil's largest metropolitan area, as a critical medium-sized urban airport. Located at 2631 feet mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and general aviation traffic in a densely populated region. Its strategic positioning within São Paulo makes it a key transportation hub for the southeastern Brazilian aviation network.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 51% of observations indicating clear weather and an additional 28.7% in marginal VFR status. Temperature variations range from 11°C to 35°C, with an average of 20.2°C, providing generally stable flying conditions. The best VFR months are December, November, and January, offering optimal flying weather for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel asphalt runways: 17L/35R (4905 ft) and 17R/35L (6365 ft), both aligned in a north-south orientation. Consistent wind patterns from the south (180°) average 8.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to its relatively stable wind characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 0.1% of observations). Pilots can anticipate reliable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of late calendar year.

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.