Chios Island National Airport

LGHI / JKH

Chios Island, GR

Last Updated
Jul 26, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGHI 261850Z VRB01KT CAVOK 24/16 Q1014

Weather Briefing

VFR

Chios Island National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

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

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGHI 261700Z 2618/2703 34012KT 9999 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GHI
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,957 ft 98 ft ASP 10° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGHI

5,519 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.5%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Chios Island National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, July, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 6%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.3%
N
49%
S
18%
W
2.6%
NE
10.1%
NW
2%
SE
2.1%
SW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.5°C
Range: -2°C to 36°C
-2°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

June July September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,519 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chios Island National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGHI
IATA Code: JKH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Chios Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 38.343201°
Longitude: 26.140600°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,957 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Chios Island National Airport

Overview

Chios Island National Airport serves the Greek island of Chios, located in the eastern Aegean Sea. The medium-sized airport provides essential air connectivity for the island, situated at an elevation of 15 feet mean sea level. Its single runway 01/19 spans 4,957 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and domestic aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Chios are predominantly VFR, with 93.4% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the north at an average of 8.2 knots create stable meteorological environments, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 32°C and an average of 16.8°C. September, October, and January offer the most consistent and favorable VFR conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position on Chios Island presents a maritime environment with predictable wind patterns. Crosswinds average only 2.3 knots on runway 01/19, which remains favorable for 100% of wind conditions. The low elevation and island location suggest minimal terrain complexity for approaching aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 provides reliable wind alignment, with calm conditions occurring only 6.5% of the time. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence. The consistent wind and clear conditions make this a straightforward approach environment for most aircraft categories.

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.