Jharsuguda Airport

VEJH / JRG

, IN

Last Updated
Apr 11, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
220°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEJH 111500Z 22003KT 6000 NSC 26/09 Q1010

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jharsuguda Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 9.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 3 knots.

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 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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.

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 VEJH 112300Z 1200/1209 36002KT 3000 HZ NSC BECMG 1202/1204 05005KT 5000 HZ NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:44Z BASE
+0h
IFR 360° 2 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Haze
02:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 50° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EJH
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,844 ft 148 ft CON 63°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEJH

5,198 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.5%
MVFR
28%
IFR
67.9%
LIFR
3.6%

Jharsuguda Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 71.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from 7°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: 4.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 8.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
24.5%
N
10%
S
8.4%
W
9.3%
NE
16.6%
NW
6.7%
SE
7.8%
SW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 7°C to 39°C
7°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,198 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jharsuguda Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEJH
IATA Code: JRG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 751 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IN
Latitude: 21.913500°
Longitude: 84.050400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,844 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Jharsuguda Airport

Jharsuguda Airport (VEJH/JRG) is located in , IN at an elevation of 751 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 7,844 feet.

Weather Profile

VEJH is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 0.5% of the time across 5,198 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 71.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at VEJH come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 4.1 knots. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, January, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 7°C (45°F) to 39°C (102°F), averaging 25.2°C (77°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 5,198 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.