Jalgaon Airport

VAJL / JLG

Jalgaon, IN

Last Updated
Apr 13, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
40°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
12 kt
310°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAJL 131130Z 31012KT 6000 NSC 40/05 Q1006

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jalgaon Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 12 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 40°C (104°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating very dry 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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Haze, Smoke, Haze.

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 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 VAJL 130800Z 1309/1318 26012KT 5000 HZ FU NSC BECMG 1313/1315 34005KT 4000 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 12 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze, Smoke
13:00Z BECMG
+2h
IFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AJL
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
5,958 ft 75 ft BIT 89°
9.2 kt 7.7 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 - VAJL

3,457 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
85.5%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
0%

Jalgaon Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.3% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 40°C with an average of 27.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 13.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.5%
NE
17.8%
E
15.7%
SE
6.5%
S
8.6%
SW
5.4%
W
16.6%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.4°C
Range: 11°C to 40°C
11°C 40°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,457 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jalgaon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAJL
IATA Code: JLG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 818 ft MSL

Location

City: Jalgaon
Country: IN
Latitude: 20.962678°
Longitude: 75.627492°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,958 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Jalgaon Airport

Jalgaon Airport (VAJL/JLG) is located in Jalgaon, IN at an elevation of 818 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 5,958 feet.

Weather Profile

VAJL is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 0% of the time across 3,457 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 14.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at VAJL come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 4.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are January, February, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 11°C (52°F) to 40°C (104°F), averaging 27.4°C (81°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,457 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.