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Weather Briefing
VFRHo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,300 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 30 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 6 to 20 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.
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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
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Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 5/23
Active: 23
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5,266 ft | 100 ft | Asphalt | 0° |
↑ 7.5 kt
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↔ 2.7 kt
20° angle
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Ho Airport - Airport Information
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Overview
Ho Airport serves the Volta Region in southeastern Ghana, located near the city of Ho. As a medium-sized airport at 356 feet mean sea level, it provides regional transportation infrastructure for the surrounding administrative area. The airport supports local and regional aviation needs with its single asphalt runway.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation at 356 feet MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment typical of Ghana's coastal and near-coastal regions. Pilots can expect potential humidity and thermal variations common to the tropical climate zone. Seasonal wind patterns may influence runway 05/23 operations, with the 5,266-foot asphalt surface providing adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft.
Notable Features
Ho Airport's geographic positioning at coordinates 6.579691, 0.532547 places it in a region with varied terrain transitioning between coastal plains and interior highlands. The single runway (05/23) orientation suggests local topographical influences on prevailing wind directions. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal effects and localized wind behaviors characteristic of the Volta Region's landscape.
Approach Considerations
The runway's 5,266-foot length accommodates most regional and domestic aircraft types operating in Ghana. Approach considerations should account for the airport's moderate elevation and potential thermal activity in the local microclimate. Pilots should prepare for standard tropical airport conditions, paying close attention to wind direction given the runway's 05/23 orientation.
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