Begumpet Airport

VOHY / BPM

Hyderabad, IN

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
38°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
230°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOHY 180730Z 23005KT 6000 FEW020 SCT025 38/16 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,742 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,742 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,242 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Begumpet Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 5 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-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 2,000 ft, scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 38°C (100°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

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

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
954 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,742 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,780 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,958 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +26.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOHY 180500Z 1806/1815 25008KT 6000 FEW020 TEMPO 1809/1815 SCT015 SCT025 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km
09:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OHY
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
10,600 ft 148 ft ASP 88°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOHY

5,991 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
63.1%
IFR
35.2%
LIFR
1.8%

Begumpet Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 37% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 85 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 39°C with an average of 26.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 85 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.4%
NE
15.2%
E
33.5%
SE
11.5%
S
6.4%
SW
5%
W
7.3%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.2°C
Range: 10°C to 39°C
10°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,991 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Begumpet Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOHY
IATA Code: BPM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,742 ft MSL

Location

City: Hyderabad
Country: IN
Latitude: 17.453100°
Longitude: 78.467598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,600 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Begumpet Airport

Overview

Begumpet Airport serves Hyderabad, India, situated at an elevation of 1,742 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway 09/27 measuring 10,600 feet in asphalt, it supports regional aviation operations in the Telangana state.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Begumpet Airport demonstrate significant variability, with 55.5% of observations classified as Marginal VFR and 42.3% as IFR. Prevailing winds are easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 5.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 64 knots. Temperature ranges from 10°C to 32°C, with an average of 24.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in Hyderabad presents unique atmospheric characteristics, with calm wind conditions occurring 6.6% of the time. Terrain and urban environment likely influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 2.6 knots. January, September, and October represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological conditions and prepare for potential IFR transitions.

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.