Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport

VILK / LKO

Lucknow, IN

Last Updated
Jun 26, 00:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
Variable
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VILK 260030Z VRB02KT 4000 HZ FEW100 31/24 Q1002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 410 ft
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,410 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with few clouds at 10,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Haze.

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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (410 ft)
Pressure Alt
748 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,766 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VILK 252300Z 2600/2609 20004KT 5000 HZ FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 2604/2606 27005KT 5000 HZ FEW020 SCT025 BECMG 2607/2609 29008KT 5000 HZ SCT020 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:00Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
04:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
07:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR 290° 8 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ILK
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,996 ft 148 ft PEM 89° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VILK

12,714 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
30.6%
IFR
54.3%
LIFR
15.1%

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 69.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 86 knots. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 86 kt
Calm Winds: 7.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.2%
NE
5.3%
E
13%
SE
4.7%
S
2.2%
SW
4.9%
W
35.5%
NW
20.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 24°C
Range: 5°C to 43°C
5°C 43°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.4%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 12,714 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VILK
IATA Code: LKO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 410 ft MSL

Location

City: Lucknow
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.760599°
Longitude: 80.889297°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,996 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport

Overview

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport serves Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, as a medium-sized international airport. Located at 410 ft MSL with coordinates 26.760599, 80.889297, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for a major metropolitan region in northern India. Its single runway (09/27) extends 8,996 feet and is constructed with a PEM (Portland Embankment Material) surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate challenging flight conditions, with 85.1% of recorded METARs requiring instrument flight rules (IFR or LIFR). Prevailing westerly winds average 5 knots but can reach up to 67 knots, suggesting potential wind shear considerations. Temperature variations range from 5°C to 36°C, with an average of 20.1°C, reflecting significant seasonal temperature fluctuations that pilots must anticipate.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) demonstrates near-perfect wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average only 2.2 knots, providing relatively stable approach and departure environments. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of visibility below 3 miles, though fog occurs in 12.5% of observations.

Approach Considerations

January, September, and October represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should be prepared for predominantly instrument meteorological conditions, with over 85% of observations requiring instrument flight rules. The runway's generous 8,996-foot length provides ample landing and takeoff options across varied weather conditions.

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.