Kolhapur Airport

VAKP / KLH

Kolhapur, IN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
16:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
6 kt
290°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAKP 041600Z 29006KT 4000 HZ NSC 27/21 Q1016 NOSIG
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
949 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,996 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,914 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,833 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AKP
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
6,332 ft 147 ft ASP 70°
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 - VAKP

2,839 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
60.2%
IFR
36%
LIFR
3.9%

Kolhapur Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 39.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 34°C with an average of 25.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 8.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
7.8%
E
45.4%
SE
10.4%
S
5.3%
SW
11.9%
W
6.3%
NW
0.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.7°C
Range: 12°C to 34°C
12°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,839 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kolhapur Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAKP
IATA Code: KLH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,996 ft MSL

Location

City: Kolhapur
Country: IN
Latitude: 16.664700°
Longitude: 74.289398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,332 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kolhapur Airport

Overview

Kolhapur Airport serves the Maharashtra region, located at an elevation of 1996 feet MSL in southwestern India. As a medium airport with a 6332-foot asphalted runway (07/25), it provides essential regional air connectivity for Kolhapur and surrounding districts. The airport's geographic coordinates (16.664700, 74.289398) position it in a strategic location for local and regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kolhapur Airport demonstrate significant variability, with MVFR conditions predominating at 61.6% of observations. IFR conditions occur in 34.3% of cases, indicating potential challenges for visual flight operations. Temperature ranges from 12°C to 32°C, with an average of 25.5°C, suggesting relatively stable thermal conditions throughout the year. January, September, and October emerge as the most favorable months for VFR flying.

Notable Features

The airport's prevailing easterly winds (90 degrees) consistently blow at an average of 7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 8.3% of observations, providing relatively stable wind environments. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog (only 0.4% of observations reporting fog).

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 3 knots. This suggests predictable approach and landing conditions for most wind scenarios. Pilots should anticipate MVFR conditions as the most likely meteorological environment, preparing accordingly for potential instrument flight requirements.

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.