Shirdi Airport

VASD / SAG

Kakadi, IN

Last Updated
Jun 24, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
9 kt
300°
5 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VASD 241000Z 30009KT 5000 BR SCT025 OVC080 27/23 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,926 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,426 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,926 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Shirdi Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 9 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain IFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Heavy Drizzle, Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain, Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain 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. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
943 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,926 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,114 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,016 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VASD 240800Z 2409/2418 25010KT 4000 -RA +DZ BR SCT018 SCT025 FEW025TCU OVC080 TEMPO 2409/2415 28010G20KT 2000 -TSRA SHRA SCT018 FEW030CB BKN090 BECMG 2415/2417 27008KT 4000 RA FEW012 SCT025 BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:34Z BASE
+0h
IFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Rain, Heavy Drizzle, Mist
15:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR 270° 8 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASD
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,202 ft 148 ft Hard 89°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VASD

4,730 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
42.5%
IFR
56.6%
LIFR
0.9%

Shirdi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 57.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 40°C with an average of 27.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.2%
N
10.8%
S
6.8%
W
14.2%
NE
11.9%
NW
21.7%
SE
9.8%
SW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 13°C to 40°C
13°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,730 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shirdi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VASD
IATA Code: SAG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,926 ft MSL

Location

City: Kakadi
Country: IN
Latitude: 19.688752°
Longitude: 74.377354°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Hard
ILS: No

About Shirdi Airport

Overview

Shirdi Airport serves the Ahmednagar District in Maharashtra, India, located near the famous Shirdi Sai Baba Temple. Situated at an elevation of 1926 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides regional connectivity and supports both civilian and potential religious pilgrimage-related air traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Shirdi Airport are predominantly instrument flight rules (IFR), with 69% of observations requiring instrument procedures. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 4.9 knots, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 15 knots. Temperature ranges from 13°C to 31°C, with an average of 24.5°C, making for generally stable thermal conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 09/27 extends 8202 feet with a hard surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. Geographically positioned at coordinates 19.688752, 74.377354, the airport is situated in a region with relatively predictable wind patterns, with 100% wind favorability for runway 09/27 and an average crosswind of just 2.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual meteorological conditions during January, September, and October, with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The prevailing easterly wind and long runway provide flexible approach options, with minimal crosswind interference. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) further enhances reliable operational conditions.

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.