Hurlburt Field

KHRT

Mary Esther, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 05:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
05:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
15,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHRT 220555Z 00000KT 10SM BKN150 OVC180 18/12 A3019 RMK AO2A SLP221 T01770115 10228 20173 402620078 57012 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 38 ft
BKN 15,000 ft AGL
OVC 18,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,038 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,038 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hurlburt Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 18,000 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 15000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1021 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (38 ft)
Pressure Alt
-225 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 144 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KHRT 220200Z 2202/2308 VRB06KT 9999 BKN180 QNH3012INS BECMG 2212/2213 15012KT 9999 SCT140 QNH3002INS TX26/2219Z TN16/2209Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 18,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 150° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HRT
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 9,600 ft 150 ft CON 176°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
176° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHRT

7,063 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.8%
MVFR
11.1%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
7%

Hurlburt Field typically experiences VFR conditions 72.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 13.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.5%
NE
10%
E
11.9%
SE
12.1%
S
10.4%
SW
7.4%
W
4.9%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.3°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,063 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hurlburt Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHRT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 38 ft MSL

Location

City: Mary Esther
Country: US
Latitude: 30.427799°
Longitude: -86.689301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,600 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Hurlburt Field

Overview

Hurlburt Field is a medium airport located in Mary Esther, Florida, serving as a strategic military aviation facility. Situated at a low elevation of 38 feet MSL, the airport is positioned near the Gulf Coast with coordinates 30.427799, -86.689301. Its primary runway 18/36 provides a substantial 9600-foot concrete surface for diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hurlburt Field demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions occurring 74.8% of the time. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 33°C, averaging 17.7°C, which offers relatively stable atmospheric conditions. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, with minimal precipitation and stable wind patterns.

Notable Features

The airport experiences consistent northerly winds averaging 7.2 knots, with calm conditions occurring 12.6% of the time. Prevailing winds from 0 degrees and maximum gusts up to 24 knots characterize the local wind environment. Visibility averages 9.6 statute miles, with only 1.9% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months. Instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occur in approximately 13.4% of observations, suggesting occasional need for alternate approach strategies.

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.