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Weather Briefing
VFRHoniara International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,400 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 06/24 | 7,218 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 68° |
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Weather Statistics - AGGH
4,050 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Honiara International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.9% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.3°C (range: 20°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, May.
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Statistics computed from 4,050 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Honiara International Airport - Airport Information
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About Honiara International Airport
Overview
Honiara International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway for the Solomon Islands, located on Guadalcanal Island in the South Pacific. Situated at a low elevation of 28 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this island nation. The airport supports international and domestic air traffic with its single asphalt runway measuring 7,218 feet in length.
Flying Conditions
The airport's tropical maritime location results in consistent warm temperatures and potential convective weather patterns throughout the year. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges from tropical thunderstorm development and occasional reduced visibility conditions typical of equatorial island environments. Proximity to ocean environments means wind conditions can shift rapidly, requiring constant situational awareness.
Notable Features
Honiara International Airport is positioned at coordinates -9.428000, 160.054993, situated near coastal terrain with potential complex local wind interactions. The single runway (06/24) orientation provides some flexibility for landing approaches depending on prevailing wind conditions. Surrounding terrain includes coastal plains and potential mountainous backgrounds that could influence local atmospheric conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24 offers a substantial 7,218-foot asphalt surface suitable for a wide range of aircraft operations. Given the airport's low elevation and coastal location, pilots should prepare for potential wind shear and thermal variability during approach and departure phases. Standard instrument approaches will require careful attention to local geographic and meteorological conditions specific to the Solomon Islands region.
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