Congonhas Airport

SBSP / CGH

São Paulo, BR

Last Updated
Jun 2, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
11 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSP 022000Z 17011KT 9999 BKN015 16/13 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,631 ft
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,131 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Congonhas Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 11 knots. Runway 17L/35R is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 21:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 SBSP 021610Z 0218/0306 16008KT 9999 SCT025 TX18/0218Z TN14/0306Z BECMG 0219/0221 SCT008 TEMPO 0221/0224 5000 BR BKN005 BECMG 0301/0303 13005KT BKN008 RMK PGN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
01:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR 130° 5 kt
Ceiling: 800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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: 17L
4,905 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
11.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 17R
6,365 ft 148 ft ASP 147°
11.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBSP

7,510 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52%
MVFR
27.2%
IFR
18.5%
LIFR
2.4%

Congonhas Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 35°C with an average of 20.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.6%
N
8%
S
27.3%
W
2.3%
NE
8.4%
NW
11.7%
SE
26.5%
SW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.4°C
Range: 8°C to 35°C
8°C 35°C

Visibility

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

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 7,510 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.