Hanimaadhoo Airport

VRMH / HAQ

Haa Dhaalu Atoll, MV

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VRMH 042300Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW018 27/24 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,804 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VRMH 042300Z 0500/0606 03004KT 9000 FEW018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 4 kt
Visibility: 9 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RMH
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 4,003 ft 98 ft BIT 27° 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 - VRMH

3,752 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64%
MVFR
18%
IFR
17.2%
LIFR
0.8%

Hanimaadhoo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.6°C (range: 24°C to 32°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.7%
NE
13.1%
E
19.9%
SE
4.1%
S
1.3%
SW
5.6%
W
17.9%
NW
18.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.6°C
Range: 24°C to 32°C
24°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,752 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hanimaadhoo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VRMH
IATA Code: HAQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4 ft MSL

Location

City: Haa Dhaalu Atoll
Country: MV
Latitude: 6.744230°
Longitude: 73.170502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,003 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Hanimaadhoo Airport

Overview

Hanimaadhoo Airport serves the Haa Dhaalu Atoll region in the Maldives, positioned at a low elevation of 4 feet mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport located at coordinates 6.744230, 73.170502, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this island archipelago. The airport features a single bituminous runway (03/21) measuring 4,003 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Statistical analysis reveals predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 71.9% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistently from the northwest at an average of 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Temperature ranges between 24°C and 32°C, with an average of 28.5°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and island location suggest minimal terrain complexity for approach and departure procedures. With consistently clear visibility averaging 10 statute miles and zero recorded fog incidents, pilots can expect generally reliable visual conditions. The airport's geographic position in the Maldivian island chain implies potential maritime environmental influences.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of only 5.2 knots. September through November represent the optimal months for VFR flying, offering the most stable meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate consistent northwest winds when planning arrivals and departures.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.