Solapur Airport

VASL / SSE

Solapur, IN

Last Updated
Apr 24, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
40°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VASL 241330Z 04008KT 5000 FU FEW018 SCT025 33/12 Q1008 BECMG 3000 FU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,584 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,384 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,084 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Solapur Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 8 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft, scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°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 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Smoke, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
955 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,584 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,742 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,282 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VASL 241100Z 2412/2421 07010KT 5000 FU FEW020 SCT025 BKN100 TEMPO 2412/2416 16008G18KT 2000 -TSRA SHRA SCT018 FEW030CB BKN090 BECMG 2415/2417 15007KT 4000 HZ FEW020 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:14Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Smoke
15:00Z BECMG
+1h
IFR 150° 7 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASL
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
6,591 ft 145 ft BIT 145°
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VASL

1,381 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
94.1%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
0%

Solapur Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 43°C with an average of 32.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
23.6%
N
5.2%
S
4.7%
W
6.5%
NE
25.6%
NW
9.1%
SE
15.4%
SW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 32.3°C
Range: 19°C to 43°C
19°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 1,381 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Solapur Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VASL
IATA Code: SSE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,584 ft MSL

Location

City: Solapur
Country: IN
Latitude: 17.628000°
Longitude: 75.934799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 6,591 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Solapur Airport

Overview

Solapur Airport serves the urban region of Solapur in Maharashtra, India, positioned at an elevation of 1,584 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (15/33) measuring 6,591 feet and constructed of bituminous surface, it supports regional aviation operations in the southeastern part of Maharashtra.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly Marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions, with 92.3% of recorded METARs falling in this category. The airport experiences a warm climate with average temperatures around 30.5°C, ranging from 19°C to 37°C. Winds are predominantly from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 5.7 knots with occasional peaks up to 14 knots, and calm conditions occurring 7.1% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) is oriented to align favorably with prevailing winds, with wind conditions supporting operations 100% of the time. The geographical coordinates (17.628000, 75.934799) place the airport in a region with generally stable meteorological conditions. Crosswind components average a modest 3.9 knots, which should be manageable for most aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

January, September, and October represent the most favorable months for visual flight rules (VFR) operations, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The runway's length and surface type accommodate medium-sized aircraft, and the predictable wind patterns provide reliable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate MVFR conditions and prepare accordingly with appropriate navigation and communication protocols.

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.