Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport

SBBE / BEL

Belém, BR

Last Updated
Jun 2, 21:34Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
21:34Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
5 kt
20°
5 km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI SBBE 022134Z 02005KT 5000 -TSRA SCT015 BKN030 FEW035CB 26/24 Q1013 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 54 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
FEW 3,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,554 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,054 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,554 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (54 ft)
Pressure Alt
62 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,395 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SBBE 021528Z 0218/0318 06006KT 9999 SCT020 FEW035TCU TN25/0310Z TX31/0317Z TEMPO 0218/0221 35012KT 6000 TS BKN020 FEW035CB BECMG 0300/0302 10006KT FEW030 BECMG 0315/0317 SCT020 FEW035TCU RMK PGX
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 60° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 100° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBE
03 ✈️
21
07
20
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
6,004 ft 148 ft ASP
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
07/20 108 ft 108 ft CON
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
07/25 9,186 ft 148 ft ASP 46°
4.5 kt 2.2 kt
26° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBBE

6,457 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.5%
MVFR
13.9%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
1.9%

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.9°C (range: 22°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are June, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
26.3%
N
18.1%
S
3%
W
1.6%
NE
36.6%
NW
4.3%
SE
8.1%
SW
0.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.9°C
Range: 22°C to 33°C
22°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

June September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 07/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,457 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBBE
IATA Code: BEL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 54 ft MSL

Location

City: Belém
Country: BR
Latitude: -1.379279°
Longitude: -48.476207°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,004 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/20
Length: 108 ft
Width: 108 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport

Overview

Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport serves Belém, the capital of Pará state in northern Brazil. As a large international airport situated at 54 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Amazon region. The airport supports significant regional and international passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -1.379279, -48.476207, the airport experiences consistent tropical climate conditions with high humidity and frequent precipitation. Pilots should anticipate potential convective weather patterns typical of the Amazon basin, which can generate sudden thunderstorm activity. Temperature and humidity variations can significantly impact aircraft performance, especially during takeoff and landing.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with substantial length variations: Runway 03/21 at 6,004 feet, Runway 07/20 at only 108 feet, and the primary Runway 07/25 extending 9,186 feet. The significant runway length on 07/25 provides flexibility for large aircraft operations and supports the airport's role as a major regional transportation hub. The relatively low elevation of 54 feet means minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's extended length makes it the preferred runway for most commercial and cargo operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts given the airport's proximity to coastal and riverine environments. Standard instrument approach procedures will be applicable, with careful attention to local meteorological conditions characteristic of the Amazon region.

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.