Hanimaadhoo Airport

VRMH / HAQ

Haa Dhaalu Atoll, MV

Last Updated
May 25, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
8 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
11,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VRMH 251600Z 26008KT 9999 FEW018TCU BKN110 30/26 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 11,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,804 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,004 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hanimaadhoo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 8 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 VRMH 251100Z 2512/2618 29013KT 9999 FEW017TCU BKN120 TEMPO 2512/2518 27015G30KT 5000 TSRA FEW017CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:08Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 12,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RMH
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,003 ft 98 ft BIT 27°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VRMH

5,526 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.7%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
13.2%
LIFR
0.6%

Hanimaadhoo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.5 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 29.1°C (range: 24°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.3%
NE
11.4%
E
18%
SE
3.6%
S
1.3%
SW
5.1%
W
20%
NW
21.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.1°C
Range: 24°C to 34°C
24°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,526 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hanimaadhoo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VRMH
IATA Code: HAQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4 ft MSL

Location

City: Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Country: MV
Latitude: 6.744230°
Longitude: 73.170502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,003 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Hanimaadhoo Airport

Overview

Hanimaadhoo Airport serves the Haa Dhaalu Atoll region in the Maldives, positioned at a low elevation of 4 feet mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport located at coordinates 6.744230, 73.170502, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this island archipelago. The airport features a single bituminous runway (03/21) measuring 4,003 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Statistical analysis reveals predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 71.9% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistently from the northwest at an average of 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Temperature ranges between 24°C and 32°C, with an average of 28.5°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and island location suggest minimal terrain complexity for approach and departure procedures. With consistently clear visibility averaging 10 statute miles and zero recorded fog incidents, pilots can expect generally reliable visual conditions. The airport's geographic position in the Maldivian island chain implies potential maritime environmental influences.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of only 5.2 knots. September through November represent the optimal months for VFR flying, offering the most stable meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate consistent northwest winds when planning arrivals and departures.

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.