Gwalior Airport

VIGR / GWL

Gwalior, IN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
03:30Z

🌅 Dawn
IFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 31°C
4 kt
20°
4 km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VIGR 040330Z 02004KT 4000 SCT025 BKN090 33/31 Q1000 BECMG 5000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 617 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,117 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,617 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Gwalior Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 31°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (617 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,015 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,323 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.2°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IGR
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 60°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VIGR

1,578 observations | Nov 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
97.9%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
0.3%

Gwalior Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 2.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 12°C to 46°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.7%
N
5.7%
S
6.6%
W
38.8%
NE
8.9%
NW
16.1%
SE
4.3%
SW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 33.7°C
Range: 12°C to 46°C
12°C 46°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 1,578 METAR observations (Nov 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gwalior Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VIGR
IATA Code: GWL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 617 ft MSL

Location

City: Gwalior
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.293301°
Longitude: 78.227798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gwalior Airport

Overview

Gwalior Airport serves the city of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, India, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 617 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 26.293301, 78.227798, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Central Indian climate produces significant seasonal variations in weather conditions for pilots operating at Gwalior Airport. Temperature and wind patterns can dramatically change between summer and winter months, potentially impacting aircraft performance and approach strategies.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (06/24) with a substantial 9000-foot length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its elevation of 617 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment with potential implications for density altitude calculations during high-temperature periods.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24's considerable 9000-foot concrete surface provides flexibility for most aircraft categories during approach and landing. Prevailing wind directions should be carefully assessed during pre-flight planning, as they can significantly influence landing and takeoff procedures at this central Indian airport location.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.