Kalaburagi Airport

VOGB / GBI

Kalaburagi, IN

Last Updated
May 14, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
40°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
10 kt
30°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOGB 141000Z 03010KT 7000 SCT018 40/23 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,571 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,371 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kalaburagi Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,800 feet and 7 km visibility. Note: This observation is 5.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 10 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 40°C (104°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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: Thunderstorm Rain, Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Rain between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VOGB 140800Z 1409/1418 29005KT 6000 SCT015 TEMPO 1409/1415 5000 TSRA RA SCT015 SCT020 FEW025CB BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGB
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
10,417 ft 0 ft ASP
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOGB

2,633 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.2%
MVFR
89.7%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
0%

Kalaburagi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 43°C with an average of 30.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.9%
N
9.4%
S
12.3%
W
12.7%
NE
12.7%
NW
7.3%
SE
17%
SW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 30.5°C
Range: 19°C to 43°C
19°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,633 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kalaburagi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOGB
IATA Code: GBI
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,571 ft MSL

Location

City: Kalaburagi
Country: IN
Latitude: 17.308154°
Longitude: 76.965246°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,417 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kalaburagi Airport

Kalaburagi Airport (VOGB/GBI) is located in Kalaburagi, IN at an elevation of 1,571 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 10,417 feet.

Weather Profile

VOGB is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 0.2% of the time across 2,633 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 10.1% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at VOGB come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 6.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Calm winds are rare (2%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, January, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 19°C (66°F) to 43°C (109°F), averaging 30.5°C (87°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,633 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.