Hervey Bay Airport

YHBA / HVB

Hervey Bay, AU

Last Updated
Jul 5, 22:00Z

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Currently using: YBSU
Weather Source: Sunshine Coast Airport (YBSU)
Distance: 77nm / 143km from YHBA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
12 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YBSU 052200Z AUTO 19012KT 9999 // SCT032 BKN045 BKN058 15/11 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 60 ft
SCT 3,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
BKN 5,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,260 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,560 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,860 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hervey Bay Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 12 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YBSU 051716Z 0518/0618 18014KT 9999 -SHRA BKN030 FM060100 17018KT 9999 -SHRA BKN030 FM061500 20011KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 TEMPO 0518/0522 16016G26KT 4000 SHRA BKN010 INTER 0522/0618 5000 SHRA BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
01:00Z FM060100
+3h
VFR 170° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HBA
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
6,561 ft 98 ft ASP 119°
2.1 kt 11.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Hervey Bay Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YHBA
IATA Code: HVB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 60 ft MSL

Location

City: Hervey Bay
Country: AU
Latitude: -25.320127°
Longitude: 152.880662°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,561 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hervey Bay Airport

Overview

Hervey Bay Airport serves the coastal region of Queensland, Australia, providing essential air connectivity for the Wide Bay-Burnett area. Located at coordinates -25.320127, 152.880662, the airport supports regional and general aviation operations with its medium-sized infrastructure and single asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at an elevation of 60 feet mean sea level, offering relatively low-altitude operations typical of coastal Queensland environments. Pilots can expect maritime influence on local weather patterns, with potential for sea breezes and variable wind conditions affecting runway 11/29.

Notable Features

The airport's 6,561-foot asphalt runway (11/29) provides substantial length for most medium-sized aircraft operations. Its coastal location suggests potential for rapid weather changes and visibility variations typical of Queensland's subtropical climate zone.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with approaches potentially influenced by coastal wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate maritime terrain characteristics and be prepared for potential wind shifts during approach and landing phases.

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.