Dothan Regional Airport

KDHN / DHN

Dothan, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 01:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
01:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDHN 050153Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM SCT055 29/23 A3000 RMK AO1 LTG DSNT W SLP152 T02940228 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 401 ft
SCT 5,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,901 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dothan Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (401 ft)
Pressure Alt
319 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,095 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KDHN 042320Z 0500/0524 VRB04KT P6SM VCSH SCT050 FM050100 24003KT P6SM FEW250 FM051500 24007KT P6SM SCT040 PROB30 0518/0524 3SM TSRA BKN040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DHN
14
32
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 8,498 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
135° angle
18/36 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDHN

8,730 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.3%
MVFR
13.2%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
6.3%

Dothan Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 13% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 13%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.1%
N
11%
S
11%
W
9.4%
NE
9.8%
NW
11.8%
SE
7.8%
SW
14%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.1°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

July September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,730 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dothan Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDHN
IATA Code: DHN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 401 ft MSL

Location

City: Dothan
Country: US
Latitude: 31.321301°
Longitude: -85.449600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,498 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dothan Regional Airport

Overview

Dothan Regional Airport serves the southeastern Alabama region as a medium-sized airport situated at 401 feet mean sea level. Located near the city of Dothan, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for both general aviation and regional transportation needs. Its geographic coordinates (31.321301, -85.449600) place it in a strategic location within the southeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at this airport, with 72.5% of observations showing visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature variations range from -4°C to 36°C, with an average of 16.3°C. Wind conditions are generally mild, with a prevailing northerly direction and an average speed of 6.7 knots, though maximum gusts can reach 24 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 14/32 at 8,498 feet and Runway 18/36 at 5,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswinds around 4.3 and 4.2 knots respectively. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly northerly winds when planning approaches. The airport experiences minimal fog (3.6% of observations) and maintains good overall visibility. Both runways offer consistent wind alignments, providing flexibility in landing and takeoff directions. Instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occur in approximately 15.9% of observations, suggesting occasional need for instrument approach 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.