Hamad International Airport

OTHH / DOH

Doha, QA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
14 kt
20°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OTHH 230500Z 02014KT CAVOK 26/18 Q1009 TEMPO 5000 -RA

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hamad International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 14 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 18:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 03:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
141 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,464 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OTHH 221707Z 2218/2324 36015KT CAVOK TEMPO 2218/2303 6000 -RA FEW040TCU BKN100 PROB30 TEMPO 2303/2312 36016G26KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
THH
16L
34R ✈️
16R
34L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16L/34R
Active: 34R
15,912 ft 197 ft Asphalt 156°
10.7 kt 9.0 kt
40° angle
✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 34L
13,944 ft 197 ft Asphalt 156°
10.7 kt 9.0 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 - OTHH

5,045 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.1%
MVFR
9%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.6%

Hamad International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9 knots. Temperature extremes range from 11°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
26.1%
NE
9.8%
E
10.2%
SE
9.5%
S
4.9%
SW
2.3%
W
7.9%
NW
28.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°C
Range: 11°C to 43°C
11°C 43°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

April November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,045 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hamad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OTHH
IATA Code: DOH
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Doha
Country: QA
Latitude: 25.273056°
Longitude: 51.608056°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 16L/34R
Length: 15,912 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 13,944 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Hamad International Airport

Overview

Hamad International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Qatar, located in Doha at coordinates 25.273056, 51.608056. As a large airport situated near sea level at 13 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Gulf region's commercial and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 13 ft MSL suggests minimal terrain-related atmospheric variations, with generally stable sea-level meteorological conditions. Given its coastal location, pilots should anticipate potential maritime influence on local weather patterns, including potential visibility and wind considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial parallel runways: 16L/34R at 15,912 ft and 16R/34L at 13,944 ft, both constructed of asphalt. These long runways accommodate wide-body international aircraft and provide operational flexibility for various aircraft types and weights.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (16/34) indicates potential crosswind scenarios, with parallel runways allowing wind-adaptive approach strategies. The substantial runway lengths provide extensive landing and takeoff options, supporting safe operations across diverse aircraft performance envelopes.

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.