Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport

SBSN / STM

Santarém, BR

Last Updated
May 26, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBSN 260500Z 15003KT 9999 FEW015 25/25 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 198 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,698 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 23:00Z.

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 SBSN 252130Z 2600/2624 07005KT 8000 SCT020 TN24/2608Z TX30/2618Z BECMG 2600/2602 16005KT TEMPO 2606/2612 6000 SCT007 SCT016 BECMG 2612/2614 07006KT TEMPO 2614/2623 09013KT 6000 SCT020 FEW030TCU RMK PGW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
12:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 70° 6 kt
14:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR 90° 13 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSN
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBSN

6,003 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91%
MVFR
7.3%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.8°C (range: 22°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
7.5%
E
52.2%
SE
16.4%
S
14.3%
SW
1%
W
1.1%
NW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 22°C to 35°C
22°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,003 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBSN
IATA Code: STM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 198 ft MSL

Location

City: Santarém
Country: BR
Latitude: -2.422423°
Longitude: -54.793060°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport

Overview

Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport serves the city of Santarém in the Brazilian state of Pará, located in the Amazon region. Positioned at 198 feet above mean sea level with coordinates -2.422423, -54.793060, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the Amazon basin. Its single runway 10/28 stretches 7,874 feet and is constructed with asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBSN are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 95.9% of observations supporting VFR operations. The prevailing winds are easterly at an average of 7.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges between 22°C and 34°C, with an average of 28.5°C, creating consistently warm flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in the Amazon region presents unique environmental considerations for pilots. Situated near the confluence of major river systems, the airport serves as a critical transportation hub for the region. The surrounding terrain is characterized by dense tropical vegetation typical of the Amazon basin, which can impact navigation and visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with a 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of September, October, and November. The airport's consistent visibility (averaging 10 statute miles) and minimal occurrence of low-visibility conditions support reliable operations.

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.