Shah Amanat International Airport

VGEG / CGP

Chattogram (Chittagong), BD

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
8 kt
190°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VGEG 221700Z 19008KT 5000 HZ SCT017 29/26 Q1007 TEMPO RA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,712 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Shah Amanat International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 6.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 8 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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: Haze, Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 25 knots. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z 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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12 ft)
Pressure Alt
200 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,883 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VGEG 221700Z 2218/2324 22008KT 3500 HZ FEW020 SCT100 TEMPO 2222/2303 19025G30KT 2000 TSRA BKN008 FEW027CB OVC080 BECMG 2303/2305 21015KT 5000 HZ FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 2312/2314 23012KT 3500 HZ FEW019 BECMG 2322/2324 19020KT 2000 TSRA BKN008 FEW027CB OVC080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:04Z BASE
+0h
IFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Haze
03:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR 210° 15 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEG
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,646 ft 150 ft PEM 48°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VGEG

3,598 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.5%
MVFR
37.5%
IFR
56.9%
LIFR
5.1%

Shah Amanat International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 62% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 107 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 34°C with an average of 25.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 107 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.8%
NE
14.6%
E
8.1%
SE
7.4%
S
8.6%
SW
12.6%
W
14%
NW
21.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 13°C to 34°C
13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,598 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shah Amanat International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VGEG
IATA Code: CGP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Chattogram (Chittagong)
Country: BD
Latitude: 22.249599°
Longitude: 91.813301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,646 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Shah Amanat International Airport

Overview

Shah Amanat International Airport serves Chattogram, Bangladesh's second-largest city and a critical maritime gateway. Located at 12 ft mean sea level with coordinates 22.249599, 91.813301, this medium-sized airport supports regional and international commercial aviation operations in southeastern Bangladesh.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological observations reveal complex flying conditions, with 50.2% MVFR and 44.1% IFR conditions predominating annually. Temperature ranges from 13°C to 34°C with an average of 25.4°C, while wind patterns are characterized by northwest prevailing winds at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional extreme gusts up to 107 knots. September, October, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 spans 9,646 feet with a PEM surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Coastal proximity suggests potential for rapid weather transitions and maritime meteorological influences. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of severely restricted visibility (fog present only 2.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates exceptional wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of only 4.3 knots. Pilots should anticipate northwest wind patterns and prepare for potential MVFR or IFR conditions, which collectively represent 95.3% of recorded weather 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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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.