Chennai International Airport

VOMM / MAA

Chennai, IN

Last Updated
May 1, 05:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
05:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
7 kt
320°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOMM 010530Z 32007KT 6000 FEW020 SCT100 35/26 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 52 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,052 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,052 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Chennai International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 7 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

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 2,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light DZ/BR, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light DZ/BR between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (52 ft)
Pressure Alt
210 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,622 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOMM 302300Z 0100/0206 23010KT 5000 -DZ/BR FEW020 SCT100 TEMPO 0100/0103 4000 -DZ/BR BECMG 0103/0104 6000 BECMG 0106/0107 16015KT BECMG 0112/0113 16010KT BECMG 0121/0122 23010KT 5000 BR BECMG 0203/0204 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:46Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Light DZ/BR
06:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 160° 15 kt
12:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 160° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OMM
07
25
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 12,001 ft 148 ft ASP 69°
2.3 kt 6.6 kt
109° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
6,708 ft 148 ft PEM 117°
6.6 kt 2.4 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 - VOMM

10,384 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.7%
MVFR
60.2%
IFR
35.6%
LIFR
3.6%

Chennai International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 39.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 21°C and 38°C with an average of 27.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.2%
N
11.2%
S
14.6%
W
12.9%
NE
23.8%
NW
5.7%
SE
10.3%
SW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 21°C to 38°C
21°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

February April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 10,384 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chennai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOMM
IATA Code: MAA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 52 ft MSL

Location

City: Chennai
Country: IN
Latitude: 12.990005°
Longitude: 80.169296°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 12,001 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 6,708 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Chennai International Airport

Overview

Chennai International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in southeastern India, located in the state of Tamil Nadu. Situated at an elevation of 52 feet mean sea level, the airport plays a significant role in both domestic and international passenger and cargo operations for the Chennai metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences a tropical maritime climate with significant seasonal wind variations that can impact flight operations. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions, particularly on the parallel runways 07/25 (12,001 ft asphalt) and 12/30 (6,708 ft pavement), which provide flexibility for different wind configurations.

Notable Features

Chennai's airport is characterized by relatively flat terrain consistent with its low 52 ft elevation, which minimizes significant terrain-related approach challenges. The dual runway configuration allows for operational flexibility, with the primary 07/25 runway offering substantial length at 12,001 feet, accommodating large commercial aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the airport's geographical position near the Bay of Bengal, which can introduce maritime weather influences. The runway lengths of 12,001 ft and 6,708 ft provide substantial landing options, with the longer 07/25 runway being preferred for heavy commercial traffic and international operations.

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.