Jamnagar Airport

VAJM / JGA

Jamnagar, IN

Last Updated
Mar 28, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 614 hours ago
08:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
17 kt
290°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAJM 280830Z 29017KT 6000 SCT020 32/21 Q1008 TEMPO 29015G25KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 69 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,069 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jamnagar Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 614.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 17 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

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: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively 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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist, Haze.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (69 ft)
Pressure Alt
227 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,284 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VAJM 221700Z 2218/2303 25006KT 6000 NSC BECMG 2301/2303 28005KT 4000 BR HZ FEW025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 6 kt
Visibility: 6 km
01:00Z BECMG
+3h
IFR 280° 5 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Mist, Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AJM
06
24
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 8,242 ft 148 ft CON 61°
11.2 kt 12.8 kt
131° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
8,236 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
16.7 kt 3.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Jamnagar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAJM
IATA Code: JGA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 69 ft MSL

Location

City: Jamnagar
Country: IN
Latitude: 22.465500°
Longitude: 70.012604°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,242 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 8,236 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jamnagar Airport

Overview

Jamnagar Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Gujarat, India, serving the city of Jamnagar at an elevation of 69 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 22.465500, 70.012604, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the western region of India.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near the Arabian Sea suggests potential for variable wind conditions and maritime weather influences. With two substantial runways (8242ft concrete and 8236ft asphalt), the airport offers robust operational flexibility across different meteorological scenarios.

Notable Features

Jamnagar Airport features two parallel runways: 06/24 and 12/30, both over 8,200 feet long, which enables handling of various aircraft types and provides operational redundancy. The moderate elevation and flat regional terrain suggest generally stable approach and departure conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, with 06/24 and 12/30 alignments providing options for landing based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather effects and prepare for potential wind shifts characteristic of coastal airport environments.

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.