Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRMolokai Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 16 knots with gusts to 26 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
|
4,494 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 60° |
↑ 15.8 kt
•
↔ 2.8 kt
10° angle
|
| 17/35 | 3,118 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 180° |
↓ 8.0 kt
•
↔ 13.9 kt
120° angle
|
Weather Statistics - PHMK
12,169 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Molokai Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 32°C with an average of 23.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, June.
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Statistics computed from 12,169 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Molokai Airport - Airport Information
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About Molokai Airport
Overview
Molokai Airport serves the island of Molokai in Hawaii, located at an elevation of 454 feet MSL near the town of Kaunakakai. As a medium-sized airport, it provides essential air transportation for this rural Hawaiian island, supporting local and inter-island aviation needs.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 90.2% of the time, with only minimal MVFR occurrences. Prevailing winds are from the northeast at an average of 8.9 knots, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C and an average of 23.7°C. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 9.9 statute miles with rarely any restricted visibility.
Notable Features
Both runways (05/23 and 17/35) are asphalted, with the primary runway 05/23 measuring 4,494 feet in length. The airport's geographic location exposes it to consistent wind patterns, with calm conditions occurring only 10.8% of the time. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, making wind-related approach challenges minimal.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect highly reliable wind conditions with an average crosswind of 3.2 knots on runway 05/23 and 6.5 knots on runway 17/35. October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable flying months. The airport's stable weather patterns and dual runway configuration provide flexibility for most aircraft operations.
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