Homestead ARB Airport

KHST / HST

Homestead, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
22:35Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
12 kt
50°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KHST 042235Z AUTO 05012KT 10SM SCT017 SCT025 25/21 A3011 RMK AO2 SLP200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,705 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,505 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5 ft)
Pressure Alt
-198 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,003 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KHST 040400Z 0404/0510 06008KT 9999 SCT024 QNH3011INS BECMG 0413/0414 08012G20KT 9999 SCT028 QNH3011INS BECMG 0423/0424 07010KT 9999 VCSH SCT024 QNH3010INS TX28/0419Z TN22L /0412Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HST
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
11,201 ft 300 ft CON 49°
12.0 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 - KHST

5,395 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.8%
MVFR
10.4%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.3%

Homestead ARB Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 20.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.2%
NE
19.7%
E
16%
SE
5.2%
S
2.8%
SW
3.3%
W
6.4%
NW
13.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.1°C
Range: 2°C to 33°C
2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

November February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,395 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Homestead ARB Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHST
IATA Code: HST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: Homestead
Country: US
Latitude: 25.488600°
Longitude: -80.383598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 11,201 ft
Width: 300 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Homestead ARB Airport

Overview

Homestead ARB Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Homestead, Florida, positioned at coordinates 25.488600, -80.383598. The airport sits at a low elevation of 5 ft mean sea level, serving as a strategic aviation facility in southeastern Florida. Its single runway (05/23) extends an impressive 11,201 feet, accommodating a wide range of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Homestead ARB Airport are predominantly VFR, with 87.5% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds typically blow from the northeast at an average of 7.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 33°C, with an average of 24.1°C, and visibility consistently strong at 9.7 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and coastal Florida location create a unique operational environment. Runway 05/23 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a minimal average crosswind of 3.9 knots. October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with minimal meteorological interference. The runway's extensive 11,201-foot length provides ample landing and takeoff space. With only 0.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence, approaches are typically straightforward and reliable.

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.