HAL Airport

VOBG

Bangalore, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
100°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOBG 221930Z 10005KT 6000 FEW012 25/16 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,912 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,112 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

HAL Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,200 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 4.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-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 1,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Haze 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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
916 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,912 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,920 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,819 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOBG 222000Z 2221/2306 14008KT 12005KT 6000 FEW015 BECMG 2222/2223 18005KT TEMPO 2300/2303 5000 HZ FEW012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
00:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OBG
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
10,850 ft 200 ft ASP 85°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOBG

9,255 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
1.3%
MVFR
76.2%
IFR
19.1%
LIFR
3.3%

HAL Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 1.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 89 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 36°C with an average of 23.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 89 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
19.3%
E
42.4%
SE
7%
S
2.7%
SW
7.4%
W
12.9%
NW
2.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.5°C
Range: 13°C to 36°C
13°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 9,255 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

HAL Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOBG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,912 ft MSL

Location

City: Bangalore
Country: IN
Latitude: 12.950000°
Longitude: 77.668198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,850 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About HAL Airport

Overview

HAL Airport serves Bangalore, located in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As a medium-sized airport with significant elevation at 2912 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports various aviation operations with its substantial 10,850 ft asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data reveals predominantly MVFR conditions, representing 68.1% of observations, with IFR conditions occurring in 25.2% of reports. Pilots can expect consistent easterly winds averaging 6.5 knots, with a broad temperature range between 13°C and 31°C. October, September, and November demonstrate the most favorable visual flight conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated position at 2912 ft MSL introduces potential performance considerations for aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates (12.950000, 77.668198) place it in a region with relatively stable atmospheric conditions. The runway's orientation (09/27) and prevailing easterly winds provide consistent wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.4 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers excellent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate predominantly east-oriented wind patterns, facilitating predictable approach and departure scenarios. The airport's comprehensive 10,850 ft runway length provides substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

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.