Coimbatore International Airport

VOCB / CJB

Coimbatore, IN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
06:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
10 kt
100°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOCB 040630Z 10010KT 5000 HZ NSC 32/09 Q1015 NOSIG
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,324 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,272 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,630 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VOCB 040500Z 0406/0512 09010KT 6000 FEW015 BECMG 0415/0416 20005KT 4000 HZ BECMG 0421/0422 VRB02KT 2000 BR BECMG 0503/0504 4000 HZ BECMG 0506/0507 09010KT 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
15:00Z BECMG
+9h
IFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OCB
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,480 ft 150 ft ASP 46°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOCB

7,259 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.1%
MVFR
45.7%
IFR
51.5%
LIFR
2.7%

Coimbatore International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 54.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 36°C with an average of 26.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.7%
NE
21.6%
E
34.1%
SE
2.3%
S
3.9%
SW
28.4%
W
1.7%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.2°C
Range: 17°C to 36°C
17°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,259 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Coimbatore International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOCB
IATA Code: CJB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,324 ft MSL

Location

City: Coimbatore
Country: IN
Latitude: 11.030000°
Longitude: 77.043404°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,480 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coimbatore International Airport

Overview

Coimbatore International Airport serves as a key aviation facility in southern India, located at an elevation of 1,324 feet MSL near the city of Coimbatore. The airport operates a single runway (05/23) measuring 8,480 feet in length, accommodating medium-sized aircraft and international operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates challenging flying conditions, with 53.8% of observations reporting IFR and 42.7% MVFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the southwest at an average of 6.9 knots, with occasional peaks up to 23 knots. Temperature variability ranges from 17°C to 34°C, with an average of 26.1°C, suggesting potential thermal considerations during operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning at 11.030000, 77.043404 places it in a region with consistent wind patterns and minimal terrain obstacles. The asphalt runway provides stable surface conditions, and the relatively high elevation may impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 1.9 knots. January, September, and October present the most favorable VFR conditions for pilots, offering the most stable weather for approach and departure operations. Pilots should anticipate potential IFR transitions and prepare accordingly.

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.