Kempegowda International Airport

VOBL / BLR

Bangalore, IN

Last Updated
Jul 3, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
12 kt
260°
3 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOBL 032200Z 26012KT 3000 BR SCT006 SCT012 BKN080 20/19 Q1012 TEMPO 1500 RA DZ

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,000 ft
SCT 600 ft AGL
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,600 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,200 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,000 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Kempegowda International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 3 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 12 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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, Drizzle. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Drizzle between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
912 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,000 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,038 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,358 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOBL 031700Z 0318/0424 27010KT 6000 SCT012 SCT080 TEMPO 0322/0403 BKN008 SCT012 TEMPO 0412/0418 5000 -RA DZ SCT008 SCT012 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OBL
09L
27R
09R
27L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09L/27R 13,123 ft 148 ft ASP
2.1 kt 11.8 kt
100° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
13,123 ft 148 ft ASP 92°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOBL

13,366 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
13.1%
MVFR
67.3%
IFR
14.9%
LIFR
4.7%

Kempegowda International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 13.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 50 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 23.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 50 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
36.7%
N
3%
S
3.4%
W
24.1%
NE
14.3%
NW
5.8%
SE
8.2%
SW
4.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.3°C
Range: 10°C to 36°C
10°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,366 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kempegowda International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOBL
IATA Code: BLR
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,000 ft MSL

Location

City: Bangalore
Country: IN
Latitude: 13.197900°
Longitude: 77.706299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09L/27R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kempegowda International Airport

Overview

Kempegowda International Airport serves Bangalore, India's primary international gateway for commercial and cargo aviation. Located at 13.197900° N, 77.706299° E, this large airport sits at an elevation of 3000 feet mean sea level. The airport supports major international and domestic air traffic for India's technology hub.

Flying Conditions

Bangalore's airport experiences relatively stable atmospheric conditions at its 3000-foot elevation. The dual parallel runways (09L/27R and 09R/27L) each measure 13,123 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types and weather scenarios. Pilots should anticipate typical tropical highland weather characteristics with potential seasonal wind variations.

Notable Features

The airport features two identically sized asphalt runways oriented in a 09/27 configuration, allowing for significant operational redundancy. Its elevation at 3000 feet MSL provides unique performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during takeoff and landing. The parallel runway arrangement enables simultaneous operations and enhanced airport capacity.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09 and 27 configurations offer landing options based on prevailing wind conditions. With both runways measuring 13,123 feet, aircraft have substantial landing and takeoff distances available. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway selection to optimize approach and departure procedures.

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.