Memorial Field Airport

KHOT / HOT

Hot Springs, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 07:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
07:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHOT 220753Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM OVC049 16/09 A3015 RMK AO2 SLP203 T01610089

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 540 ft
OVC 4,900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,440 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Memorial Field Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,900 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4900 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Mist.

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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (540 ft)
Pressure Alt
308 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 558 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KHOT 220520Z 2206/2306 VRB04KT 6SM BR OVC060 FM221200 VRB05KT 6SM BR VCSH SCT030 OVC050 FM221800 18006KT P6SM OVC040 FM230000 VRB05KT P6SM BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
Mist
12:00Z FM221200
+4h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM221800
+10h
VFR 180° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HOT
05
23
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,595 ft 150 ft ASP 54°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
54° angle
13/31 4,099 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHOT

5,852 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.3%
MVFR
21.8%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
3.1%

Memorial Field Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 30.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.7%
NE
4.4%
E
16.7%
SE
6.5%
S
11.4%
SW
12.3%
W
5.8%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.6°C
Range: -10°C to 35°C
-10°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.4%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,852 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Memorial Field Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHOT
IATA Code: HOT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 540 ft MSL

Location

City: Hot Springs
Country: US
Latitude: 34.478800°
Longitude: -93.096262°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,595 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,099 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Memorial Field Airport

Overview

Memorial Field Airport serves the Hot Springs area in the United States as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 540 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 34.478800, -93.096262, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with two asphalt runways capable of supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 68.5% of observations reporting VFR weather and an additional 20.8% at marginal VFR levels. The airport experiences consistent winds primarily from the east at an average of 5.7 knots, with temperature ranges from -8°C to 35°C and excellent average visibility of 9.2 statute miles. September, October, and January historically offer the most favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage for their respective orientations. Runway 05/23 spans 6,595 feet, while runway 13/31 provides 4,099 feet of asphalt surface, offering flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 35.9% of the time, which can impact landing and takeoff procedures.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind conditions are generally mild, averaging 3.3 knots for runway 05/23 and 3.8 knots for runway 13/31. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, as 1.4% of observations report visibility below 3 statute miles, with occasional fog events occurring in 0.9% of reports. The consistent eastern wind pattern typically favors approaches on the east-west oriented runways.

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.