Haifa International Airport

LLHA / HFA

Haifa, IL

Last Updated
May 15, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
8 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LLHA 150650Z 30008KT 9999 BKN021 22/17 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 28 ft
BKN 2,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,128 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Haifa International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 LLHA 150505Z 1506/1606 28006KT 9999 SCT025 TX23/1511Z TN19/1604Z BECMG 1508/1510 27012KT BECMG 1518/1520 VRB04KT SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 270° 12 kt
18:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LHA
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
4,324 ft 98 ft ASP 159°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LLHA

3,752 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.1%
MVFR
6.4%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.2%

Haifa International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.6%
NE
0.8%
E
4.9%
SE
23.9%
S
11.5%
SW
8.8%
W
15.5%
NW
20%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.2°C
Range: 5°C to 37°C
5°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,752 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Haifa International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LLHA
IATA Code: HFA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 28 ft MSL

Location

City: Haifa
Country: IL
Latitude: 32.809399°
Longitude: 35.043098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 4,324 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Haifa International Airport

Overview

Haifa International Airport serves the northern region of Israel, situated near the city of Haifa at a low elevation of 28 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport supports regional aviation operations with a single runway configuration. Its coastal location provides strategic connectivity for civilian and potential commercial aviation needs in the northern part of the country.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Haifa are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 95.4% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The prevailing southeast winds at 135° average 8.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 25 knots. Temperature ranges from 5°C to 37°C, with an average of 21.4°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) extends 4,324 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface. Geographically positioned at coordinates 32.809399, 35.043098, the airport is located near the Mediterranean coastline, which likely influences its consistent wind patterns and visibility. The terrain surrounding the airport appears relatively flat, with minimal expected terrain-related challenges.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a minimal average crosswind of 3.1 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of September, October, and November. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

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.