Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

VGHS / DAC

Dhaka, BD

Last Updated
Jun 10, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
140°
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Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VGHS 101100Z 14004KT 3500HZ BKN012 BKN100 27/24 Q1002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 30 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,230 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,030 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,200 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. Conditions are expected to remain IFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Haze, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
368 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,815 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VGHS 100500Z 1006/1112 14012KT 3600 HZ SCT015 BKN100 TEMPO 1006/1015 24012G27KT 1700 TSRA BKN010 FEW025CB OVC090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:19Z BASE
+0h
IFR 140° 12 kt
Visibility: 3.6 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GHS
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
11,500 ft 150 ft PEM 144°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VGHS

12,150 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.2%
MVFR
2.9%
IFR
87.1%
LIFR
9.8%

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 96.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 500 knots. Calm conditions occur 14% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 10°C to 75°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 500 kt
Calm Winds: 14%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.8%
NE
4.5%
E
7.7%
SE
10.1%
S
16.5%
SW
4.8%
W
15%
NW
22.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.9°C
Range: 10°C to 75°C
10°C 75°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

December January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 12,150 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VGHS
IATA Code: DAC
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Dhaka
Country: BD
Latitude: 23.843347°
Longitude: 90.397783°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 11,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

Overview

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Dhaka, Bangladesh, handling major commercial and passenger traffic. Located at 23.843347°N, 90.397783°E with an elevation of 30 feet MSL, this large airport is a critical aviation hub for the region's transportation infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

Bangladesh's tropical monsoon climate significantly impacts airport operations, with distinct wet and dry seasons affecting flight conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential thunderstorm activity and reduced visibility during the monsoon months, which can create challenging approach and departure scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport features a single primary runway (14/32) measuring 11,500 feet in length, constructed with a Portland Cement concrete surface. Its low elevation and proximity to coastal regions means pilots must be prepared for potential low-altitude wind shear and rapidly changing meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's substantial length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational configurations. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, particularly during seasonal wind pattern transitions, requiring pilots to maintain heightened situational awareness during approach and landing phases.

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.