Haikou Meilan International Airport

ZJHK / HAK

Haikou (Meilan), CN

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
70°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZJHK 180700Z 07004MPS 040V170 6000 +TSRA FEW023CB SCT023 26/23 Q1010 BECMG TL0730 TSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 75 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,375 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,375 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Haikou Meilan International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 8 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft (CB), scattered at 2,300 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (75 ft)
Pressure Alt
173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,511 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZJHK 180314Z 1806/1912 16003MPS 9999 SCT020 FEW026CB TX32/1806Z TX32/1906Z TN23/1821Z TEMPO 1807/1810 27005G11MPS TSRA BECMG 1810/1811 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JHK
09 ✈️
27
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
11,811 ft 148 ft CON 90°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
10/28 11,811 ft 197 ft CON
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZJHK

4,925 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.1%
MVFR
25.2%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
1.6%

Haikou Meilan International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from 7°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Temperature Range

Average: 23.3°C
Range: 7°C to 39°C
7°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Statistics computed from 4,925 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Haikou Meilan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZJHK
IATA Code: HAK
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 75 ft MSL

Location

City: Haikou (Meilan)
Country: CN
Latitude: 19.934900°
Longitude: 110.459000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Haikou Meilan International Airport

Overview

Haikou Meilan International Airport serves as a primary aviation gateway for Hainan Province, located in southern China. Situated at an elevation of 75 feet MSL near Haikou city, this large international airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports both commercial passenger and cargo operations with its substantial infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

As an airport positioned in a tropical maritime climate, Haikou Meilan experiences significant seasonal wind variations that can impact flight operations. The airport's dual parallel runways (09/27 and 10/28), each measuring 11,811 feet in length, provide excellent operational flexibility for different wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential convective weather and tropical system influences typical of the coastal Hainan region.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location at coordinates 19.934900, 110.459000 places it near the northern coast of Hainan Island, with relatively flat surrounding terrain. Both runways are constructed with concrete (CON) surfaces, offering stable ground conditions for aircraft movements. The substantial runway lengths support operations for wide-body commercial aircraft and provide significant margin for safe landings and takeoffs.

Approach Considerations

Given the airport's parallel runway configuration, air traffic can efficiently manage arrivals and departures with multiple approach options. The 11,811-foot runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and provide extensive safety margins for landing and takeoff procedures. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind conditions due to the airport's coastal positioning.

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.