Rajkot International Airport

VAHS / HSR

Rajkot, IN

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
04:00Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
8 kt
290°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAHS 150400Z 29008KT 6000 FEW020 30/21 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 647 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,647 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Rajkot International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 8 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-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 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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: Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z 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.

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
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (647 ft)
Pressure Alt
805 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,760 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VAHS 150200Z 1503/1512 29006KT 5000 BR SCT015 BECMG 1504/1506 6000 FEW020 BECMG 1507/1509 30012KT TEMPO 1510/1512 31010G20KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:05Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Mist
07:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 300° 12 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR 310° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AHS
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,974 ft 148 ft ASP
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VAHS

5,277 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.1%
MVFR
70.3%
IFR
28.2%
LIFR
1.4%

Rajkot International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.8%
NE
20%
E
24.6%
SE
3.6%
S
3.8%
SW
6%
W
16.2%
NW
13.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 6°C to 42°C
6°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

March January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,277 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rajkot International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAHS
IATA Code: HSR
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 647 ft MSL

Location

City: Rajkot
Country: IN
Latitude: 22.378824°
Longitude: 71.039391°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,974 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rajkot International Airport

Overview

Rajkot International Airport serves the Gujarat region in western India, located near the city of Rajkot at an elevation of 647 feet above mean sea level. The airport supports regional and international commercial aviation operations, providing critical transportation infrastructure for the surrounding industrial and agricultural areas of Gujarat.

Flying Conditions

Rajkot's airport experiences typical western Indian meteorological conditions, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The single runway (05/23) at 9,974 feet offers substantial landing and takeoff capacity, with an asphalt surface that can accommodate large aircraft in various weather conditions.

Notable Features

The airport is situated in a relatively flat geographical region with minimal terrain complexity surrounding the airfield. Its geographical coordinates (22.378824, 71.039391) place it in an area with generally stable atmospheric conditions and good visibility during most of the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 provides a long, straight approach with sufficient length for most commercial and cargo aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswinds given the single runway configuration, and prepare for approach procedures aligned with the runway's 050/230 degree orientation.

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.