Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRHaines Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 12 knots with gusts to 24 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 12 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
|
4,000 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 110° |
↑ 10.4 kt
•
↔ 6.0 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - PAHN
8,129 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Haines Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, December, January.
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Statistics computed from 8,129 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Haines Airport - Airport Information
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About Haines Airport
Overview
Haines Airport serves the community of Haines in southeastern Alaska, located at an elevation of 15 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a region with challenging geographical conditions, supporting local transportation needs in this remote Alaskan location.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Haines Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 48.6% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 39.8% of observations. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 18°C, with an average of 0.9°C, creating potential for variable atmospheric conditions that pilots must carefully monitor.
Notable Features
The single runway (08/26) is 4000 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take advantage of prevailing easterly winds. The airport experiences predominantly eastern winds averaging 9.9 knots, with calm conditions occurring 6% of the time and maximum wind speeds reaching 23 knots.
Approach Considerations
Runway 08/26 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 4.9 knots. Visibility averages 8.5 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for reduced visibility, with observations showing 5.2% of reports having visibility below 3 statute miles and 2.2% experiencing fog conditions.
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