Zumbi dos Palmares Airport

SBMO / MCZ

Maceió, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
6 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBMO 142100Z 16006KT 130V190 9999 FEW021 SCT025 26/23 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 387 ft
FEW 2,100 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,487 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,887 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,100 ft, scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 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 05:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 SBMO 141623Z 1418/1518 13012KT 9999 SCT025 TN22/1508Z TX30/1516Z BECMG 1418/1420 13007KT BECMG 1500/1503 30005KT TEMPO 1505/1512 24005KT 6000 BKN016 BECMG 1512/1514 14010KT RMK PHC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 300° 5 kt
05:00Z TEMPO
+8h
MVFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BMO
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
8,537 ft 148 ft ASP 100°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBMO

5,733 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82%
MVFR
15.6%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.2%

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.9°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.4%
NE
18.7%
E
40.5%
SE
10.7%
S
2.8%
SW
1.1%
W
4.3%
NW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.9°C
Range: 19°C to 34°C
19°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,733 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBMO
IATA Code: MCZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 387 ft MSL

Location

City: Maceió
Country: BR
Latitude: -9.510810°
Longitude: -35.791698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 8,537 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zumbi dos Palmares Airport

Overview

Zumbi dos Palmares Airport serves Maceió, the capital of Alagoas state in northeastern Brazil. Located at 387 ft MSL with coordinates -9.510810, -35.791698, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The facility features a single runway 12/30 measuring 8,537 ft with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBMO are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 86.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots. Temperature remains stable, averaging 25.5°C with a range between 19°C and 34°C, supporting reliable year-round operations.

Notable Features

The airport's location in northeastern Brazil presents unique geographical characteristics for pilots. Runway 12/30 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Calm wind conditions are minimal, occurring in only 0.4% of observations, which suggests consistent atmospheric movement in the area.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported instances of visibility below 3 miles. November, January, and December represent the best months for VFR flying. The average crosswind on runway 12/30 is 4.4 knots, providing predictable landing and takeoff conditions.

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.