Jay Prakash Narayan Airport

VEPT / PAT

Patna, IN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 27°C
0 kt
3.5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
997 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEPT 042100Z 00000KT 3500 TS SCT018 FEW030CB 30/27 Q0997 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 170 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,970 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,170 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Jay Prakash Narayan Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,800 feet and 3.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3.5 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,800 ft, few at 3,000 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Haze.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
997 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (170 ft)
Pressure Alt
658 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,499 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEPT 041700Z 0418/0524 07008KT 2800 -RA BR FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 0504/0506 4000 -RA HZ SCT018 BKN100 BECMG 0507/0509 SCT018 FEW030CB BKN090 BECMG 0512/0514 2800 -RA BR SCT018 BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:11Z BASE
+0h
IFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: 2.8 km
Light Rain, Mist
04:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Light Rain, Haze
07:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR
Ceiling: 9,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EPT
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 6,410 ft 148 ft ASP 68°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
68° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEPT

14,313 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
65.7%
LIFR
17.4%

Jay Prakash Narayan Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 83.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 7°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 24.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
18%
N
2.9%
S
2.6%
W
27.9%
NE
6.9%
NW
6.3%
SE
4.1%
SW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.1°C
Range: 7°C to 41°C
7°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 14,313 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jay Prakash Narayan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEPT
IATA Code: PAT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 170 ft MSL

Location

City: Patna
Country: IN
Latitude: 25.591299°
Longitude: 85.087997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,410 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jay Prakash Narayan Airport

Overview

Jay Prakash Narayan Airport serves Patna, the capital of Bihar state in eastern India. Located at an elevation of 170 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical regional air connectivity. The airport supports commercial and potentially military aviation operations in a strategically important urban center.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate challenging instrument meteorological conditions, with 93.2% of observations requiring instrument flight rules (IFR or LIFR). Winter months offer more favorable visual flight conditions, with January presenting optimal VFR opportunities. Prevailing westerly winds average 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 18 knots and calm conditions occurring in 33.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25 is 6,410 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft. The airport's geographic location suggests potential terrain variations and microclimatic influences typical of the Gangetic plains. Temperature variations range significantly from 7°C to 35°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning for performance considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates consistently favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent at 10 statute miles, though fog occurs in 20.6% of observations. Pilots should particularly note the high proportion of instrument flight conditions when planning arrivals and departures.

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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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.