Begumpet Airport

VOHY / BPM

Hyderabad, IN

Last Updated
Jun 13, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
10 kt
250°
4 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOHY 131030Z 25010KT 4000 -DZ SCT015 FEW030CB BKN080 28/20 Q1008 TEMPO VIS 3000 TSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,742 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,242 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,742 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,742 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Begumpet Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 10 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

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

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: Mist, Haze, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Rain, Drizzle, Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Rain between 10:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
950 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,742 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,900 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,878 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VOHY 130800Z 1309/1318 27015G25KT 5000 BR HZ SCT015 BKN080 TEMPO 1310/1315 27015G25KT 3000 -TSRA RA SCT015 FEW030CB OVC080 BECMG 1315/1318 22010G20KT 5000 DZ RA SCT020 FEW030CB BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:05Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 15 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Mist, Haze
15:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Drizzle, Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OHY
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
10,600 ft 148 ft ASP 88°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - VOHY

7,657 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
69.2%
IFR
29.5%
LIFR
1.4%

Begumpet Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 85 knots. Temperature extremes range from 10°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 85 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
28.7%
N
7.4%
S
7.3%
W
11.6%
NE
13%
NW
9.8%
SE
11.2%
SW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 10°C to 42°C
10°C 42°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,657 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Begumpet Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOHY
IATA Code: BPM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,742 ft MSL

Location

City: Hyderabad
Country: IN
Latitude: 17.453100°
Longitude: 78.467598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,600 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Begumpet Airport

Overview

Begumpet Airport serves Hyderabad, India, situated at an elevation of 1,742 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway 09/27 measuring 10,600 feet in asphalt, it supports regional aviation operations in the Telangana state.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Begumpet Airport demonstrate significant variability, with 55.5% of observations classified as Marginal VFR and 42.3% as IFR. Prevailing winds are easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 5.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 64 knots. Temperature ranges from 10°C to 32°C, with an average of 24.4°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in Hyderabad presents unique atmospheric characteristics, with calm wind conditions occurring 6.6% of the time. Terrain and urban environment likely influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 2.6 knots. January, September, and October represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological conditions and prepare for potential IFR transitions.

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.