Shah Amanat International Airport

VGEG / CGP

Chattogram (Chittagong), BD

Last Updated
Mar 15, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
7 kt
220°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VGEG 151100Z 22007KT 5000 HZ FEW018 28/23 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,812 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Shah Amanat International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Haze, Thunderstorm Rain, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Haze between 22:00Z 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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12 ft)
Pressure Alt
80 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,643 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VGEG 150500Z 1506/1612 25010KT 5000 HZ SCT100 BECMG 1511/1513 27012KT 3500 HZ SCT018 BKN100 TEMPO 1522/1603 23025G35KT 2000 TSRA SCT008 FEW026CB BKN100 BEMG 1604/1606 20010KT 4000 HZ SCT026 BK100 BECMG 1610/1612 25008KT 4000 HZ SCT018 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:31Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
22:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEG
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,646 ft 150 ft PEM 48°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VGEG

3,078 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.4%
MVFR
35.9%
IFR
57.9%
LIFR
5.8%

Shah Amanat International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 63.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 107 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 34°C with an average of 25.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 107 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.4%
NE
16.7%
E
8.5%
SE
6.7%
S
6.5%
SW
8.1%
W
14%
NW
23.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 13°C to 34°C
13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,078 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shah Amanat International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VGEG
IATA Code: CGP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Chattogram (Chittagong)
Country: BD
Latitude: 22.249599°
Longitude: 91.813301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,646 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Shah Amanat International Airport

Overview

Shah Amanat International Airport serves Chattogram, Bangladesh's second-largest city and a critical maritime gateway. Located at 12 ft mean sea level with coordinates 22.249599, 91.813301, this medium-sized airport supports regional and international commercial aviation operations in southeastern Bangladesh.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological observations reveal complex flying conditions, with 50.2% MVFR and 44.1% IFR conditions predominating annually. Temperature ranges from 13°C to 34°C with an average of 25.4°C, while wind patterns are characterized by northwest prevailing winds at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional extreme gusts up to 107 knots. September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 spans 9,646 feet with a PEM surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Coastal proximity suggests potential for rapid weather transitions and maritime meteorological influences. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of severely restricted visibility (fog present only 2.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates exceptional wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 4.3 knots. Pilots should anticipate northwest wind patterns and prepare for potential MVFR or IFR conditions, which collectively represent 95.3% of recorded weather observations.

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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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.