João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
PET
ICAO Code
SBPK
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport (Pelotas) serves Pelotas in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It is a regional airport focused on domestic and short‑haul flights, with a single terminal handling passenger services and modest passenger volumes relative to major Brazilian hubs.

João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport
Elevation: 17 m
-31.7172, -52.3278

Terminal Guide for João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport #

The airport operates from a single terminal handling check‑in, security and arrivals; gates are reached on foot. The facility supports regional carrier operations and has the amenities expected at a smaller commercial airport rather than a multi‑terminal hub layout.

Getting to and From João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport #

Taxis and local buses provide connections between the airport and Pelotas city centre; journey times are typically short.

• Taxi - Most convenient for door‑to‑door travel; available outside the terminal. • Bus - Local bus routes may serve the airport but schedules can be limited. • Driving - Short distance to downtown Pelotas; car hire is available locally.

There is no airport rail link; plan land transfers by road.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport #

Expect small cafés or kiosks, limited retail and basic passenger seating. Wi‑Fi may be available but can be intermittent; charging points are limited. There are no large lounges; accessibility assistance should be arranged with your airline in advance. Luggage storage and shower facilities are usually not provided.

Hotels and Layovers at João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport #

There are guesthouses and small hotels in Pelotas city near the airport; no major international hotel sits on the airfield. For chain bookings search parent sites such as [accor.com] or [hilton.com]. For short connections consider staying in Pelotas city centre where transport options to the airport are more frequent.

Tips for João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport #

  • Regional flight schedules can change seasonally - confirm times with your carrier before travel.
  • Taxis are the simplest way into the city; negotiate or confirm fares if no meter is used.
  • Services in smaller Brazilian airports can be limited outside business hours; bring essentials if arriving late.

Weather & Climate near João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport #

Climate

João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1373 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 46 Good
Best Time to Visit
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 18°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 28°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.0h daylight

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