Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman Field

KHUF / HUF

Terre Haute, US

Last Updated
Jun 17, 08:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
08:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHUF 170853Z 00000KT 10SM FEW060 13/13 A2974 RMK AO2 SLP068 T01280128 58003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 589 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,589 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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, Patches Fog, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 23 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 23 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist, Patches Fog between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 01:00Z and 04:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (589 ft)
Pressure Alt
777 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 678 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KHUF 170534Z 1706/1806 VRB03KT 3SM BR BCFG FEW003 SCT250 TEMPO 1706/1709 1SM BR BCFG SCT001 FM171200 17005KT P6SM SCT060 FM171500 18011G25KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200 PROB30 1718/1721 6SM -TSRA BR OVC040CB FM172100 20017G34KT P6SM SCT035 BKN200 FM180000 21023KT P6SM VCSH SCT035 BKN150 WS020/21055KT TEMPO 1801/1804 3SM TSRA BR OVC025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:24Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Mist, Patches Fog
12:00Z FM171200
+3h
VFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM171500
+6h
VFR 180° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
18:00Z PROB30
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HUF
05
23
14
32
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 9,020 ft 150 ft ASP 47°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
47° angle
14/32 7,200 ft 150 ft PEM 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
18/36 4,001 ft 150 ft PEM 179°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
179° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHUF

8,116 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.5%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
3.6%

Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman Field typically experiences VFR conditions 70.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 15.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.6%
N
9.7%
S
18.4%
W
12.5%
NE
7.3%
NW
10.8%
SE
8.7%
SW
9.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.8°C
Range: -23°C to 33°C
-23°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 8,116 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHUF
IATA Code: HUF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 589 ft MSL

Location

City: Terre Haute
Country: US
Latitude: 39.451500°
Longitude: -87.307602°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,020 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman Field

Overview

Terre Haute Regional Airport serves central Indiana as a medium-sized airport located in Vigo County. Situated at 589 feet MSL near Terre Haute, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation, business, and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hulman Field demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 67.4% of observations. Seasonal temperatures range dramatically from -23°C to 33°C, with an average of 8°C, creating diverse flying environments that require careful preflight planning and situational awareness.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with substantial length, offering multiple landing options for different aircraft types. Runway 05/23 provides the longest surface at 9,020 feet with asphalt construction, while the two shorter runways (14/32 and 18/36) offer additional operational flexibility with paved surfaces.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.7 knots provide generally favorable approach conditions, with all runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment. Crosswind components average between 4.8 and 5.2 knots, which are typically manageable for most pilot skill levels, with October, September, and January offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

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
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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.