New Bedford Regional Airport

KEWB / EWB

New Bedford, US

Last Updated
May 15, 08:31Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
08:31Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KEWB 150831Z AUTO 00000KT 1/4SM FG VV002 08/08 A2972 RMK AO2 T00830083 RVRNO

Weather Briefing

VFR

New Bedford Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (80 ft)
Pressure Alt
298 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -523 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.8°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EWB
05
23
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,997 ft 150 ft ASP 38°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
38° angle
14/32 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 128°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
128° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KEWB

7,350 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.5%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
6.4%

New Bedford Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, May, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 23.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.4%
NE
9.5%
E
3.2%
SE
3.6%
S
12.2%
SW
15%
W
15.9%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -20°C to 28°C
-20°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

November May February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,350 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

New Bedford Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEWB
IATA Code: EWB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: New Bedford
Country: US
Latitude: 41.676102°
Longitude: -70.956902°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,997 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About New Bedford Regional Airport

Overview

New Bedford Regional Airport serves southeastern Massachusetts as a medium-sized airport located at 41.676102, -70.956902. Situated at 80 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical regional aviation infrastructure supporting general aviation and commercial operations in the New Bedford area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing approximately 70.4% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions averaging 8.3 knots predominantly from the west (270°), with temperature ranges spanning from -16°C to 28°C. October, November, and September statistically offer the most favorable visual flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 05/23 measuring 4,997 feet and Runway 14/32 extending 5,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with relatively low average crosswind components of 4.6 and 6.1 knots respectively, which provides consistent operational flexibility for most aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with only 3.2% of observations showing conditions below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.6%). Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds and be prepared for potential marginal visual (MVFR) conditions, which represent approximately 14.6% of observed weather patterns.

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.