Vavuniya Airport

VCCV

Vavuniya, LK

Last Updated
Apr 24, 09:10Z

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Currently using: VCCJ
Weather Source: Jaffna International Airport (VCCJ)
Distance: 68nm / 126km from VCCV

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2 hours ago
09:10Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VCCJ 240910Z 23003KT 9999 FEW018 35/25 Q1005 NOSIG RMK: THE OBSERVATION POINT IS 20 KM FROM VCCJ

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 299 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,099 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vavuniya Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 2.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (299 ft)
Pressure Alt
547 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,019 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.6°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CCV
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
5,060 ft 80 ft ASP 41°
3.0 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

Vavuniya Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VCCV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 299 ft MSL

Location

City: Vavuniya
Country: LK
Latitude: 8.741009°
Longitude: 80.497845°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,060 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vavuniya Airport

Vavuniya Airport (VCCV) is located in Vavuniya, LK at an elevation of 299 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 5,060 feet.

Airport Overview

Vavuniya Airport serves Vavuniya in LK. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,060 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from VCCV, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.