Portland Hillsboro Airport

KHIO / HIO

Portland, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
21:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHIO 042153Z 08005KT 10SM CLR 24/12 A3010 RMK AO2 SLP191 T02440117 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Portland Hillsboro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 5 knots. Runway 13L/31R is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (208 ft)
Pressure Alt
36 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,166 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KHIO 041858Z 0419/0518 VRB03KT P6SM SCT015 FM042100 35007KT P6SM SCT100 FM050100 31011KT P6SM SCT050 FM051200 VRB02KT P6SM BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM050100
+3h
VFR 310° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HIO
02 ✈️
20
13L
31R
13R
31L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
4,049 ft 100 ft ASP 40°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
13L/31R 3,600 ft 60 ft Asphalt 144°
2.2 kt 4.5 kt
64° angle
13R/31L 6,600 ft 150 ft ASP 144°
2.2 kt 4.5 kt
64° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHIO

7,483 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.1%
MVFR
17.6%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
4%

Portland Hillsboro Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 36.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 36.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.6%
N
5.5%
S
15.4%
W
8.6%
NE
2.5%
NW
17%
SE
5.9%
SW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.4°C
Range: -6°C to 33°C
-6°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 6.9%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,483 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Portland Hillsboro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHIO
IATA Code: HIO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 208 ft MSL

Location

City: Portland
Country: US
Latitude: 45.540401°
Longitude: -122.949997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,049 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13L/31R
Length: 3,600 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 6,600 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Portland Hillsboro Airport

Overview

Portland Hillsboro Airport serves the metropolitan Portland area as a medium-sized airport located at 208 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 45.540401, -122.949997, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with three distinct runways supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KHIO demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 66.5% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at 5.9 knots and occasional calm periods at 39% of the time. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 32°C, with September, January, and October offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with lengths ranging from 3,600 to 6,600 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with consistent low average crosswind conditions between 3.3 and 3.7 knots. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including fog at 8.8% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 4.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles. The airport's multiple runway configurations offer robust wind adaptation, with Runway 02/20, 13L/31R, and 13R/31L all providing excellent wind management. Temperature and wind variability suggest thorough preflight planning and situational awareness are critical for safe operations.

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.