Hobart Regional Airport

KHBR / HBR

Hobart, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
18 kt
180° G26 kt
10 SM
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHBR 222053Z AUTO 18018G26KT 10SM OVC034 24/16 A2987 RMK AO2 PK WND 17029/2015 SLP102 T02390156 58026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,563 ft
OVC 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,963 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hobart Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,400 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 18 knots with gusts to 26 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
960 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,563 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,601 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,056 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HBR
03
21
12
30
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,293 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
12.7 kt 12.7 kt
135° angle
12/30 5,293 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
12.7 kt 12.7 kt
45° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,507 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
17.7 kt 3.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHBR

5,687 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.7%
MVFR
7.7%
IFR
2.8%
LIFR
2.8%

Hobart Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.8%
NE
13.2%
E
9.5%
SE
4%
S
35.2%
SW
13.3%
W
5%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.9°C
Range: -17°C to 37°C
-17°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

February September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.7 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,687 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hobart Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHBR
IATA Code: HBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,563 ft MSL

Location

City: Hobart
Country: US
Latitude: 34.991317°
Longitude: -99.051313°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,293 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,293 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,507 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hobart Regional Airport

Overview

Hobart Regional Airport serves the Hobart area in the United States, situated at an elevation of 1,563 feet MSL. The airport features three asphalt runways with lengths ranging from 5,293 to 5,507 feet, providing multiple landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hobart Regional are predominantly VFR, with 86.7% of observations showing favorable flying conditions. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -13°C to 36°C, with prevailing south winds averaging 10.5 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 9.5 statute miles, with only 1.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location experiences consistent wind patterns, primarily from the south at 180 degrees. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest crosswind components ranging from 4.5 to 8.7 knots. The diverse runway configuration allows flexibility in approach and departure operations across different wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during January, September, and November, which represent the best VFR months. The multiple runway orientations (03/21, 12/30, and 17/35) provide excellent wind coverage and approach options. With an average crosswind of less than 9 knots across all runways, pilots can anticipate relatively straightforward landing and takeoff scenarios.

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.