Kannur International Airport

VOKN / CNN

Kannur, IN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
05:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
6 kt
340°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOKN 230530Z 34006KT 6000 FEW012 33/23 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 330 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,530 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kannur International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,200 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 6 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 6-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 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Haze, Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (330 ft)
Pressure Alt
488 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,727 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOKN 230200Z 2303/2312 10005KT 5000 HZ FEW012 SCT080 BECMG 2304/2306 28005KT 6000 TEMPO 2308/2312 30010KT 4000 RA BR SCT012 FEW025CB SCT080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 100° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
08:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OKN
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
10,007 ft 148 ft asphalt
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOKN

9,551 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
53.6%
IFR
44.9%
LIFR
1.6%

Kannur International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 46.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 36°C with an average of 26.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
3.7%
E
39.8%
SE
7.6%
S
5%
SW
7.2%
W
15.3%
NW
16.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.9°C
Range: 17°C to 36°C
17°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 9,551 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kannur International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOKN
IATA Code: CNN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 330 ft MSL

Location

City: Kannur
Country: IN
Latitude: 11.918614°
Longitude: 75.547211°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: asphalt
ILS: No

About Kannur International Airport

Overview

Kannur International Airport serves the northern Kerala region, located near the coastal city of Kannur at an elevation of 330 feet MSL. The airport features a single runway (07/25) that is 10,007 feet long, capable of handling medium-sized international and domestic aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kannur demonstrate significant instrument meteorological conditions, with 50.1% IFR and 47.5% MVFR observations. Temperatures range from 17°C to 35°C, averaging 26.1°C, with consistently favorable wind conditions predominantly from the east at an average of 5.6 knots. January, September, and October represent the most favorable VFR months for operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (07/25) is constructed of asphalt and positioned to maximize wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Its coastal location near 11.918614, 75.547211 suggests potential maritime meteorological influences, though the data indicates minimal fog occurrence (0.8%) and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind of just 2.9 knots on the primary runway. The consistent easterly winds (90 degrees) provide predictable approach conditions, with runway 07 and 25 equally viable depending on current wind vector. Maximum observed winds of 17 knots suggest generally stable approach environments.

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.