Nashik Airport

VAOZ / ISK

Nasik, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
6 kt
270°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAOZ 221700Z 27006KT 6000 NSC 28/11 Q1012 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Nashik Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 8.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-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 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 01:00Z and 03:00Z.

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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
949 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,900 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,938 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,954 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VAOZ 221400Z 2215/2303 32010KT 6000 TS SCT030 FEW030CB BKN300 BECMG 2217/2218 6000 SCT030 SCT300 BECMG 2220/2222 VRB02KT 5000 BR SCT030 TEMPO 2301/2303 3000 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 30,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AOZ
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,843 ft 148 ft CON/ASP 85°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VAOZ

5,778 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.2%
MVFR
78.1%
IFR
19%
LIFR
2.7%

Nashik Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 100 knots. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 100 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4%
NE
8.8%
E
24%
SE
14.1%
S
2.5%
SW
3.8%
W
22.5%
NW
19.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.9°C
Range: 5°C to 39°C
5°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,778 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nashik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAOZ
IATA Code: ISK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,900 ft MSL

Location

City: Nasik
Country: IN
Latitude: 20.119101°
Longitude: 73.912903°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON/ASP
ILS: No

About Nashik Airport

Overview

Nashik Airport serves the city of Nashik in Maharashtra, India, situated at an elevation of 1900 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 20.119101, 73.912903, this medium-sized airport primarily supports regional and general aviation operations. The airport features a single runway (09/27) with a substantial length of 9,843 feet constructed of concrete and asphalt surfaces.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly marginal VFR conditions, with 75.4% of observations indicating MVFR and 21.1% IFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 5.3 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 42 knots. Temperature variations range from 5°C to 32°C, with an average of 22.9°C, suggesting potential for significant temperature-related performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated position at 1900 feet MSL suggests surrounding terrain variations that pilots should evaluate during approach and departure. Wind data indicates a remarkably consistent prevailing wind from 90 degrees (east), with only 0.7% calm periods. Crosswind components are relatively mild, averaging 2.2 knots across the runway.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% of wind observations compatible with runway heading. January, September, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (0% below 3SM) and rare fog occurrences (0.3%).

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

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.