Cape Cod Gateway Airport

KHYA / HYA

Hyannis, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 12:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
12:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
12 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHYA 101256Z 23012KT 10SM CLR 22/16 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP139 T02170161 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cape Cod Gateway Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 12 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 01:00Z and 05:00Z.

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.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (54 ft)
Pressure Alt
32 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 885 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KHYA 101126Z 1012/1112 23013KT P6SM SKC FM101300 22013G25KT P6SM SKC FM110000 21011G20KT 3SM BR BKN010 WS020/23040KT TEMPO 1101/1105 1SM -SHRA BR OVC007 FM110500 21013KT 2SM -SHRA BR OVC003 WS020/24040KT FM110800 21011KT 4SM BR BKN003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM110000
+11h
IFR 210° 11 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
01:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HYA
06
24 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
5,425 ft 150 ft ASP 49°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
15/33 5,252 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
0.2 kt 12.0 kt
91° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHYA

7,851 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.2%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
9%

Cape Cod Gateway Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 13.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.2%
N
18.2%
S
12.4%
W
14.1%
NE
9.5%
NW
9.4%
SE
3.2%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -15°C to 28°C
-15°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.8%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

June November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,851 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cape Cod Gateway Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHYA
IATA Code: HYA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 54 ft MSL

Location

City: Hyannis
Country: US
Latitude: 41.669300°
Longitude: -70.280403°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,425 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,252 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cape Cod Gateway Airport

Overview

Cape Cod Gateway Airport serves Hyannis, Massachusetts, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the Cape Cod region. Located at 41.669300, -70.280403 with an elevation of 54 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional and local aviation operations with two asphalt runways capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KHYA demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing approximately 69.1% of the time. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 9.1 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 26°C suggest potential challenges in both winter and summer operations, with November, September, and October offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 06/24 at 5,425 feet and 15/33 at 5,252 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.2 and 6.4 knots respectively. Visibility typically exceeds 9 statute miles, with limited instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring in 3.7% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Given the consistent westerly wind pattern, pilots should anticipate approaching primarily on runways aligned with the prevailing wind direction. The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for rapid weather changes, particularly fog events which occur in 2.7% of observations. Careful preflight planning and continuous weather monitoring are recommended for safe operations at Cape Cod Gateway Airport.

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.