Shillong Airport

VEBI / SHL

Shillong, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
10:30Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
4 kt
20°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBI 221030Z 02004KT 4000 HZ SCT020 28/20 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,910 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,910 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Shillong Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 11.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

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
911 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,910 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,068 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,326 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.8°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EBI
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
6,000 ft 150 ft CON 39°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEBI

3,120 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
28.1%
IFR
64.9%
LIFR
7%

Shillong Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 71.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 3.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 33°C with an average of 22.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 3.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 24.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.4%
NE
13.5%
E
15.7%
SE
6.2%
S
3.1%
SW
1.6%
W
7.7%
NW
15.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.8°C
Range: 7°C to 33°C
7°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,120 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shillong Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEBI
IATA Code: SHL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,910 ft MSL

Location

City: Shillong
Country: IN
Latitude: 25.703600°
Longitude: 91.978699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Shillong Airport

Overview

Shillong Airport serves the capital city of Meghalaya state in northeastern India, positioned at an elevation of 2,910 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional connectivity with a single concrete runway (04/22) measuring 6,000 feet in length. Its strategic location in the mountainous terrain of the Northeast Indian region makes it an important aviation infrastructure for the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate challenging flying conditions, with 59.9% of recorded periods requiring instrument flight rules (IFR) and an additional 5.4% in low IFR conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at an average of 3 knots, with calm conditions occurring 25.1% of the time. Temperature variations range from 7°C to 33°C, with an average of 22.7°C, suggesting significant diurnal temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated position at 2,910 feet MSL within a mountainous region presents unique terrain considerations for pilots. The surrounding geography likely involves significant elevation changes and potential orographic effects on local weather patterns. Its location in Meghalaya, known for its complex topography, requires heightened situational awareness during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with a 100% aligned wind profile and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during January, September, and October. The high percentage of IFR conditions (65.3% combined IFR and LIFR) suggests frequent instrument approach requirements throughout the year.

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.