Homer Airport

PAHO / HOM

Homer, US

Last Updated
Jun 15, 13:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
13:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
3 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PAHO 151353Z AUTO 32003KT 10SM BKN036 BKN070 OVC110 08/05 A2984 RMK AO2 SLP105 T00780050 TSNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 84 ft
BKN 3,600 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
OVC 11,000 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,684 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,084 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,084 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Homer Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 11,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (84 ft)
Pressure Alt
182 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -638 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF PAHO 151130Z 1512/1612 VRB04KT P6SM VCSH SCT035 BKN045 FM152100 24009KT P6SM FEW040 BKN080 FM160600 VRB04KT P6SM SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
21:00Z FM152100
+7h
VFR 240° 9 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°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PAHO

9,653 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.8%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
1.8%

Homer Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, June, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 25.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.1%
N
9%
S
2.6%
W
12.8%
NE
24.3%
NW
2.1%
SE
3.1%
SW
9.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.2°C
Range: -24°C to 19°C
-24°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

March June December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,653 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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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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.