Gwalior Airport

VIGR / GWL

Gwalior, IN

Last Updated
Mar 28, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 503 hours ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
280°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VIGR 280830Z 28008KT 6000 FEW025 SCT250 35/12 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 617 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,117 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,617 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Gwalior Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 503.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 8 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (617 ft)
Pressure Alt
805 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,353 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VIGR 180330Z 1806/1818 30010KT 6000 FEW100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IGR
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 60°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gwalior Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VIGR
IATA Code: GWL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 617 ft MSL

Location

City: Gwalior
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.293301°
Longitude: 78.227798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gwalior Airport

Overview

Gwalior Airport serves the city of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, India, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 617 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 26.293301, 78.227798, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Central Indian climate produces significant seasonal variations in weather conditions for pilots operating at Gwalior Airport. Temperature and wind patterns can dramatically change between summer and winter months, potentially impacting aircraft performance and approach strategies.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (06/24) with a substantial 9000-foot length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its elevation of 617 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment with potential implications for density altitude calculations during high-temperature periods.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24's considerable 9000-foot concrete surface provides flexibility for most aircraft categories during approach and landing. Prevailing wind directions should be carefully assessed during pre-flight planning, as they can significantly influence landing and takeoff procedures at this central Indian airport location.

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.