Gwalior Airport

VIGR / GWL

Gwalior, IN

Last Updated
May 14, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
2 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VIGR 142230Z VRB02KT 6000 FEW025 SCT100 29/18 Q1002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 617 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,117 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,617 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Gwalior Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 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: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (617 ft)
Pressure Alt
955 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,783 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VIGR 141530Z 1500/1512 29005KT 6000 FEW030 SCT090 BECMG 1503/1505 30010KT NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
03:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 300° 10 kt

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 9,000 ft 150 ft CON 60° 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 - VIGR

502 observations | Nov 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
95.8%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
0.8%

Gwalior Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 4.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from 12°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.5%
NE
13.1%
E
26.8%
SE
8.2%
S
6.4%
SW
2.6%
W
17.8%
NW
19.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 32.3°C
Range: 12°C to 44°C
12°C 44°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 502 METAR observations (Nov 2025 - May 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
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.