Dalhart Municipal Airport

KDHT / DHT

Dalhart, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
05:53Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
6 kt
170°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDHT 050553Z AUTO 17006KT 10SM CLR 07/02 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP109 T00670022 10183 20067 402000006 58008
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
880 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,991 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,999 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,997 ft
ISA Deviation: 0.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KDHT 050520Z 0506/0606 15010KT P6SM SKC FM051500 19016KT P6SM FEW250 FM051900 20024G34KT P6SM FEW250 FM060200 20015KT P6SM FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM051500
+9h
VFR 190° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DHT
03
21
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,669 ft 75 ft ASP 45°
3.4 kt 4.9 kt
125° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
6,400 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDHT

4,292 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.9%
MVFR
6%
IFR
4%
LIFR
4.1%

Dalhart Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.8%
NE
9.6%
E
5.8%
SE
4.5%
S
18.7%
SW
20.2%
W
13.2%
NW
10.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -18°C to 35°C
-18°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

February March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,292 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dalhart Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDHT
IATA Code: DHT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,991 ft MSL

Location

City: Dalhart
Country: US
Latitude: 36.022598°
Longitude: -102.546997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,669 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 6,400 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dalhart Municipal Airport

Overview

Dalhart Municipal Airport serves the Texas Panhandle region as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 3,991 feet MSL. Situated in the northwest corner of Texas near the borders of New Mexico and Oklahoma, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local community and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with approximately 84.6% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the southwest at an average of 9.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 36 knots. Temperature ranges are significant, spanning from -16°C to 35°C, which can impact aircraft performance and pilot preparation.

Notable Features

Both runways (03/21 and 17/35) are asphalt-surfaced and offer substantial length, with 17/35 providing 6,400 feet of runway. The airport's high elevation and expansive panhandle terrain create potential challenges for density altitude considerations, particularly during warmer months. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with average crosswind components of 4.6 knots on Runway 03/21 and 5.7 knots on Runway 17/35. November, December, and September offer the most consistent VFR conditions, making these months optimal for general aviation operations. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, with only 1.8% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.