Calicut International Airport

VOCL / CCJ

Calicut, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
2 kt
350°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOCL 222200Z 35002KT 6000 FEW012 27/23 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 342 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,542 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Calicut International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,200 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,200 ft.

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 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist, Rain, Mist. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 22:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 10:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (342 ft)
Pressure Alt
560 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,082 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VOCL 221700Z 2218/2324 24005KT 5000 BR FEW012 TEMPO 2222/2302 VRB03KT 4000 BR FEW012 SCT080 BECMG 2304/2306 22005KT 6000 FEW012 TEMPO 2310/2314 26015KT 4000 RA BR SCT012 FEW025CB SCT080 BECMG 2316/2318 22005KT 5000 BR FEW012 TEMPO 2320/2324 VRB03KT 4000 BR FEW012 SCT080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:18Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Mist
04:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR 220° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR 260° 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OCL
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
9,383 ft 150 ft ASP 101°
0.7 kt 1.9 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 - VOCL

10,119 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
72.7%
IFR
26.9%
LIFR
0.3%

Calicut International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 34°C with an average of 26.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 5.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
9.8%
E
23.9%
SE
4.1%
S
5.1%
SW
10.4%
W
25.6%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.3°C
Range: 17°C to 34°C
17°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 10,119 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Calicut International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOCL
IATA Code: CCJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 342 ft MSL

Location

City: Calicut
Country: IN
Latitude: 11.136800°
Longitude: 75.955299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,383 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Calicut International Airport

Overview

Calicut International Airport serves the Kerala region in southwestern India, located at 11.136800, 75.955299 with an elevation of 342 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the coastal city of Calicut, supporting regional and international passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly MVFR conditions, with 71.2% of observations in marginal visual flight rules. Winds are consistently easterly at an average of 4.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges from 17°C to 33°C, with an average of 25.5°C, presenting stable thermal conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 10/28, measuring 9,383 feet with an asphalt surface. Positioned near the coastal region, the airport's geographical location suggests potential for marine layer development and localized wind variations. Calm wind conditions are observed in 4.4% of recorded meteorological reports.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during January, September, and October. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with rare occurrences of reduced visibility or fog (0.3% of observations).

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.