Homer Airport

PAHO / HOM

Homer, US

Last Updated
Apr 29, 22:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
22:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
7 kt
180°
10 SM
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PAHO 292253Z 18007KT 10SM BKN049 08/M02 A3003 RMK AO2 SLP169 T00781017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 84 ft
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,984 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Homer Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,900 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 7 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of -2°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: Light Rain.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (84 ft)
Pressure Alt
-29 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -849 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF PAHO 291744Z 2918/3018 12008KT P6SM FEW040 SCT120 FM292100 20006KT P6SM BKN150 FM300000 19007KT P6SM BKN080 FM301500 12010KT P6SM -RA SCT025 OVC035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:18Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM300000
+1h
VFR 190° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AHO
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
6,701 ft 150 ft ASP 55°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PAHO

7,889 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.4%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
1.7%

Homer Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 27.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.4%
N
10.6%
S
1.6%
W
11.5%
NE
27.8%
NW
2.3%
SE
1.5%
SW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.9°C
Range: -24°C to 16°C
-24°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

March December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,889 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Homer Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PAHO
IATA Code: HOM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 84 ft MSL

Location

City: Homer
Country: US
Latitude: 59.644456°
Longitude: -151.479235°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+10

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Homer Airport

Overview

Homer Airport serves the Kenai Peninsula region in southern Alaska, situated near the coastal town of Homer. Located at 84 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 59.644456, -151.479235, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote geographical area. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional air traffic and serves both commercial and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Homer Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 76.7% of the time. Winter months experience temperatures ranging from -24°C to 16°C, with an average of -1.3°C, presenting potential icing and cold-weather operational challenges. Prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 6.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots, and calm conditions occurring 29% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway 04/22 is 6,701 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a range of aircraft sizes. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 3.1% of observations below 3SM and 1.4% experiencing fog. November, December, and September consistently offer the most favorable Visual Flight Rules conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.5 knots. Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions, particularly during peak VFR months. The moderate elevation and coastal location suggest potential for rapid weather changes, recommending thorough pre-flight weather briefings and continuous situational awareness.

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.