Western Carolina Regional Airport

KRHP

Andrews, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 03:21Z

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VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR KRHP 040321Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 08/06 A3032 RMK AO2
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,697 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,285 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 852 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.6°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RHP
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 5,500 ft 75 ft ASP 71°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
71° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KRHP

12,767 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
5.2%

Western Carolina Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 65% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 65%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.4%
NE
3.1%
E
3.1%
SE
0.9%
S
1.6%
SW
8.8%
W
11.3%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -14°C to 30°C
-14°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 12,767 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Western Carolina Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRHP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,697 ft MSL

Location

City: Andrews
Country: US
Latitude: 35.195202°
Longitude: -83.862999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,500 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Western Carolina Regional Airport

Overview

Western Carolina Regional Airport serves the Andrews, North Carolina region as a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 1,697 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 35.195202, -83.862999, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the western part of North Carolina's mountainous terrain.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KRHP demonstrate predominantly favorable flying weather, with 80% of observations indicating VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -12°C to 30°C, and prevailing winds from the west (270°) average 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 67.7% of the time. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway (08/26) is 5,500 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take advantage of the local terrain. Its orientation allows for 100% favorable wind coverage, with an average crosswind component of only 2.5 knots. The mountainous surrounding terrain likely contributes to localized wind and visibility variations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions, with an average visibility of 9.3 statute miles. Fog occurs in 3.4% of observations, and low visibility events (below 3 miles) are rare at just 1% of recorded periods. The west-predominant winds make runway 08/26 consistently accessible with minimal wind-related complications.

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.