Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport

VEGT / GAU

Guwahati, IN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
0 kt
3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEGT 041230Z 00000KT 3000 HZ FEW020 26/15 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 162 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,162 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (162 ft)
Pressure Alt
320 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,679 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEGT 041100Z 0412/0421 34005KT 3000 HZ FEW020 BECMG 0416/0418 15005KT 1500 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:55Z BASE
+0h
IFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Haze
16:00Z BECMG
+4h
LIFR 150° 5 kt
Visibility: 1.5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EGT
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 9,000 ft 150 ft ASP 22°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
22° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEGT

8,171 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
1.4%
IFR
89.9%
LIFR
8.7%

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 98.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 36°C with an average of 22.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 35.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.1%
NE
3.9%
E
2.7%
SE
14.1%
S
9.6%
SW
5.5%
W
6.4%
NW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.4°C
Range: 11°C to 36°C
11°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,171 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEGT
IATA Code: GAU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 162 ft MSL

Location

City: Guwahati
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.106100°
Longitude: 91.585899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport

Overview

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport serves Guwahati, a key urban center in Northeast India's Assam state. As a medium-sized international airport with a single 9000ft asphalted runway, it provides critical air connectivity for the region's challenging terrain and relatively isolated geography.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly IFR conditions, with 88.4% of METAR observations indicating instrument flight rules are necessary. Temperature variations range from 11°C to 36°C, with an average of 22.8°C, presenting potential density altitude considerations for pilots. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 4.2 knots, with calm conditions occurring 38.3% of the time.

Notable Features

Located at 162 feet mean sea level, the airport sits in a region characterized by complex terrain near the Himalayan foothills. The low elevation and consistent wind patterns suggest relatively stable approach conditions, with minimal extreme meteorological challenges. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with fog present in only 5.1% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 offers favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.5 knots. January, September, and October represent the most predictable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate primarily instrument flight conditions and prepare accordingly with appropriate navigation and approach equipment.

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.