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MVFRMaharana Pratap Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 3.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 12 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 34°C (93°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
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7,484 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 82° |
↑ 10.4 kt
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↔ 6.0 kt
30° angle
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Weather Statistics - VAUD
8,098 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Maharana Pratap Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 52.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 4.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 54 knots. Calm conditions occur 18% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, February.
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Statistics computed from 8,098 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Maharana Pratap Airport - Airport Information
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About Maharana Pratap Airport
Overview
Maharana Pratap Airport serves Udaipur, located in the state of Rajasthan, India. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 1,684 feet MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports both commercial and potential general aviation operations in this part of western India.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Maharana Pratap Airport demonstrate significant variability, with instrument flight rules (IFR) dominating 51.2% of observations and marginal VFR conditions present 31.6% of the time. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 33°C, with an average of 21.5°C, while winds predominantly come from the northeast at an average of 3.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 15 knots.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (08/26) measuring 7,484 feet with an asphalt surface. Its geographical location at 24.617701, 73.896103 places it in a region with relatively stable wind patterns, with calm conditions observed 22.8% of the time. Pilots should note the airport's moderate elevation and potential for thermal variations typical of Rajasthan's terrain.
Approach Considerations
Runway 08/26 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 2.2 knots. October, January, and September represent the best months for visual flight conditions, providing optimal flying opportunities. Pilots should prepare for potential instrument meteorological conditions, with IFR and low IFR conditions predominating over half of the observed periods.
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