Kurnool Airport

VOKU / KJB

Orvakal, IN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
05:30Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
5 kt
210°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOKU 230530Z 21005KT 5000 HZ FEW020 36/14 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 920 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,920 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kurnool Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 5 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating very dry 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. 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (920 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,018 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,759 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOKU 222300Z 2300/2309 25005KT 6000 FEW020 TEMPO 2300/2303 22006KT 5000 HZ SCT015 BECMG 2304/2305 20008KT 6000 FEW020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OKU
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
6,562 ft 98 ft CON
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOKU

2,676 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
90.2%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
0%

Kurnool Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 21°C and 41°C with an average of 29.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
18.6%
E
37%
SE
9.3%
S
2%
SW
3.4%
W
14.2%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.9°C
Range: 21°C to 41°C
21°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,676 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kurnool Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOKU
IATA Code: KJB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 920 ft MSL

Location

City: Orvakal
Country: IN
Latitude: 15.716288°
Longitude: 78.169230°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Kurnool Airport

Overview

Kurnool Airport serves the Orvakal region in Andhra Pradesh, India, positioned at 15.716288, 78.169230 with an elevation of 920 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport features a single concrete runway (10/28) measuring 6,562 feet, supporting regional aviation connectivity in the area.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly Marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions, with 85.5% of observations in this category and 14.5% IFR. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 7.2 knots, with maximum gusts up to 19 knots. Temperature ranges from 21°C to 33°C, with an average of 27.7°C, suggesting generally stable thermal conditions.

Notable Features

Kurnool Airport's runway 10/28 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The local topography and elevation suggest a relatively straightforward terrain profile for approach and departure. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging just 3.5 knots across observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during January, September, and October, with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The easterly wind pattern favors approaches and departures along runway 10/28, providing predictable wind conditions for most operations. Standard approach planning should account for the airport's moderate elevation and consistent wind characteristics.

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.