Chios Island National Airport

LGHI / JKH

Chios Island, GR

Last Updated
May 14, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGHI 141850Z VRB02KT CAVOK 17/14 Q1005

Weather Briefing

VFR

Chios Island National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 3.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGHI 142000Z 1421/1506 32013KT 9999 FEW025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GHI
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,957 ft 98 ft ASP 10° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGHI

4,134 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94%
MVFR
5.6%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Chios Island National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
41.2%
NE
8.8%
E
3.6%
SE
2.7%
S
23.3%
SW
7.5%
W
3.3%
NW
2.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.9°C
Range: -2°C to 32°C
-2°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,134 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chios Island National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGHI
IATA Code: JKH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Chios Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 38.343201°
Longitude: 26.140600°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,957 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Chios Island National Airport

Overview

Chios Island National Airport serves the Greek island of Chios, located in the eastern Aegean Sea. The medium-sized airport provides essential air connectivity for the island, situated at an elevation of 15 feet mean sea level. Its single runway 01/19 spans 4,957 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and domestic aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Chios are predominantly VFR, with 93.4% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the north at an average of 8.2 knots create stable meteorological environments, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 32°C and an average of 16.8°C. September, October, and January offer the most consistent and favorable VFR conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position on Chios Island presents a maritime environment with predictable wind patterns. Crosswinds average only 2.3 knots on runway 01/19, which remains favorable for 100% of wind conditions. The low elevation and island location suggest minimal terrain complexity for approaching aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 provides reliable wind alignment, with calm conditions occurring only 6.5% of the time. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence. The consistent wind and clear conditions make this a straightforward approach environment for most aircraft categories.

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.