Kempegowda International Airport

VOBL / BLR

Bangalore, IN

Last Updated
May 15, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
04:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
11 kt
320°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOBL 150430Z 32011KT 8000 FEW015 SCT080 28/18 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,000 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,500 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,000 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kempegowda International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 11 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft, scattered at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z 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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
911 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,000 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,068 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,348 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOBL 150200Z 1503/1512 29010KT 6000 SCT012 SCT080 TEMPO 1509/1512 SCT012 SCT020 FEW025CB BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:48Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
09:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

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
Active: 09L
13,123 ft 148 ft ASP
7.1 kt 8.4 kt
130° angle
09R/27L 13,123 ft 148 ft ASP 92°
7.4 kt 8.2 kt
132° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOBL

11,030 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
11.3%
MVFR
65.3%
IFR
17.8%
LIFR
5.6%

Kempegowda International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 11.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 50 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 22.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 50 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.1%
NE
17%
E
44.5%
SE
9.6%
S
3.4%
SW
3.4%
W
14.6%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.9°C
Range: 10°C to 36°C
10°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

February April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,030 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.