Vadodara Airport

VABO / BDQ

Vadodara, IN

Last Updated
Jun 8, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
9 kt
250°
3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VABO 080200Z 25009KT 3000 HZ FEW020 32/25 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 129 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,129 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Vadodara Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 3 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 9 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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: Smoke, Haze, Smoke. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 05:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

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

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (129 ft)
Pressure Alt
377 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,448 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VABO 072300Z 0800/0809 21010KT 4000 FU FEW020 BECMG 0801/0803 23006KT 3000 HZ FU BECMG 0804/0806 21008KT 6000 TEMPO 0805/0809 20012G22KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:06Z BASE
+0h
IFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Smoke
04:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km
05:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR 200° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABO
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
8,100 ft 150 ft ASP 44°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VABO

8,398 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
48%
IFR
49.2%
LIFR
2.8%

Vadodara Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 52% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 11°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 11.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.1%
N
23%
S
7.9%
W
11.6%
NE
10.1%
NW
12.2%
SE
2.1%
SW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.6°C
Range: 11°C to 44°C
11°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,398 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vadodara Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VABO
IATA Code: BDQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 129 ft MSL

Location

City: Vadodara
Country: IN
Latitude: 22.336201°
Longitude: 73.226303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vadodara Airport

Overview

Vadodara Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Gujarat, India, positioned at 22.336201N, 73.226303E with an elevation of 129 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and domestic aviation operations with a single runway (04/22) measuring 8,100 feet and constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates challenging instrument meteorological conditions, with 56.6% of observations reporting IFR and 4.5% LIFR conditions. Temperature variations range from 11°C to 37°C, averaging 25.8°C, which can impact aircraft performance and density altitude considerations. January, September, and October represent the most favorable months for visual flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly northerly winds averaging 4.5 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 15 knots and calm conditions occurring 12% of the time. Visibility consistently remains strong, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog (only 0.4% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind at 2.5 knots. Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions that generally support straightforward approach and landing procedures, particularly during peak VFR months.

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.