Birsa Munda Airport

VERC / IXR

Ranchi, IN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
18 kt
310°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VERC 040900Z 31018KT 6000 NSC 29/03 Q1013 NOSIG
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
941 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,148 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,156 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,352 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VERC 040800Z 0409/0418 31008G18KT 6000 NSC BECMG 0416/0418 31006KT 4000 HZ SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:26Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km
16:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR 310° 6 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Haze

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ERC
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
8,855 ft 148 ft ASP 130°
18.0 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 - VERC

6,531 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
72.5%
LIFR
17.9%

Birsa Munda Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 90.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 5°C and 31°C with an average of 19.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 17.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.9%
NE
6.6%
E
6.1%
SE
4.6%
S
3%
SW
3.7%
W
8.3%
NW
24.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.5°C
Range: 5°C to 31°C
5°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,531 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Birsa Munda Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VERC
IATA Code: IXR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,148 ft MSL

Location

City: Ranchi
Country: IN
Latitude: 23.314301°
Longitude: 85.321701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 8,855 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Birsa Munda Airport

Overview

Birsa Munda Airport serves Ranchi, the capital city of Jharkhand, India, at an elevation of 2,148 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (13/31) measuring 8,855 feet in asphaltic surface, it supports regional and potentially some national aviation operations in eastern India.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly instrument flight conditions, with 75.4% of observations classified as IFR and 20.6% as LIFR. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 5°C to 31°C with an average of 19.3°C. Wind patterns are primarily northerly (0°) with an average speed of 5.2 knots, though occasional gusts up to 60 knots can occur, with calm conditions present 18.6% of the time.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 23.314301, 85.321701, the airport is situated in a region with potential terrain considerations typical of eastern Indian topography. The runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a low average crosswind of just 2.8 knots, providing consistent approach and departure capabilities.

Approach Considerations

January, September, and October represent the best months for visual flight conditions, offering more consistent weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate primarily instrument meteorological conditions, with visibility averaging 10 statute miles and occasional fog events affecting 4.8% of observations. Runway 13/31 provides reliable wind coverage and minimal crosswind challenges.

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.