Tirupati Airport

VOTP / TIR

Tirupati, IN

Last Updated
Apr 11, 01:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
01:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
8 kt
220°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOTP 110130Z 22008KT 6000 FEW020 28/24 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 350 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,350 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tirupati Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 26 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 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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, Mist, Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 20:00Z and 22:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (350 ft)
Pressure Alt
388 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,032 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VOTP 102300Z 1100/1206 19005KT 6000 FEW020 TEMPO 1100/1103 VRB04KT 5000 HZ SCT015 BECMG 1104/1106 20006KT 6000 FEW020 TEMPO 1110/1114 26008KT FEW030CB TEMPO 1120/1122 22005KT 5000 HZ FEW020 TEMPO 1123/1203 VRB04KT 3000 BR HZ SCT015 BECMG 1204/1206 26006KT 6000 FEW020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:37Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
04:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: 6 km
10:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR 260° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OTP
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
7,500 ft 148 ft ASP 81°
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

Weather Statistics - VOTP

6,109 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
48.4%
IFR
45.5%
LIFR
6.2%

Tirupati Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 51.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 40°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.1%
NE
38.9%
E
12.9%
SE
1.6%
S
5.8%
SW
12.3%
W
7.5%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 16°C to 40°C
16°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,109 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tirupati Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOTP
IATA Code: TIR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 350 ft MSL

Location

City: Tirupati
Country: IN
Latitude: 13.632500°
Longitude: 79.543297°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,500 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tirupati Airport

Tirupati Airport (VOTP/TIR) is located in Tirupati, IN at an elevation of 350 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 7,500 feet.

Weather Profile

VOTP is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 0% of the time across 6,109 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 51.7% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at VOTP come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 6.4 knots. Calm winds are rare (2.9%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are January, February, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 16°C (61°F) to 40°C (104°F), averaging 27.6°C (82°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.02 to 10.2 inHg (339-345 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,109 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.