Bagdogra Airport

VEBD / IXB

Siliguri, IN

Last Updated
May 14, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBD 141330Z VRB02KT 6000 SCT025 29/24 Q1002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 412 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,912 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bagdogra Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

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: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: RABR. 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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (412 ft)
Pressure Alt
750 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,529 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +14.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEBD 140500Z 1406/1512 12005KT 6000 SCT025 BKN080 TEMPO 1410/1412 SCT020 FEW030TCUCB BKN080 BECMG 1416/1418 04005KT 5000 RABR SCT020 BKN080 BECMG 1503/1505 6000 FEW025 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
16:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 40° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
RABR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EBD
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 9,035 ft 150 ft PEM 181° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEBD

470 observations | Nov 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
94%
IFR
6%
LIFR
0%

Bagdogra Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 36°C with an average of 26.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 10 kt
Calm Winds: 4.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.4%
N
16.9%
S
8%
W
0.3%
NE
25.9%
NW
0.6%
SE
19.8%
SW
1.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 16°C to 36°C
16°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 470 METAR observations (Nov 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bagdogra Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEBD
IATA Code: IXB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 412 ft MSL

Location

City: Siliguri
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.681200°
Longitude: 88.328598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,035 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Bagdogra Airport

Overview

Bagdogra Airport serves the Siliguri region in West Bengal, India, operating as a critical medium-sized airport in northeastern India. Located at an elevation of 412 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential air connectivity for the surrounding mountainous and geographically complex terrain.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and geographical position suggest variable meteorological conditions typical of the sub-Himalayan region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and terrain-influenced weather patterns that can affect approach and departure procedures, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 26.681200, 88.328598, Bagdogra Airport features a single runway (18/36) with a substantial length of 9,035 feet constructed with a PEM (Pavement Evaluation Method) surface. The airport's proximity to complex mountainous terrain requires heightened situational awareness during all flight operations.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 18/36 suggests potential wind alignment variations that pilots must carefully evaluate during approach and landing. With a significant runway length of 9,035 feet, the airport provides considerable operational flexibility for various aircraft types operating in this challenging regional environment.

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.