Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

KMHT / MHT

Manchester, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
11:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
5 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMHT 041153Z VRB05KT 10SM SCT250 28/20 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP109 T02780200 10278 20244 50004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 266 ft
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,266 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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.

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
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (266 ft)
Pressure Alt
364 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,988 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMHT 041120Z 0412/0512 VRB04KT P6SM SCT250 FM041500 30012KT P6SM FEW250 FM042200 33005KT P6SM BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM041500
+3h
VFR 300° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z FM042200
+10h
VFR 330° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MHT
06
24
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,850 ft 150 ft ASP 42° No wind data
17/35 9,250 ft 150 ft ASP 157° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMHT

7,956 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.2%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
3.3%

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 25.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.9%
N
14.5%
S
13.3%
W
11.2%
NE
3.1%
NW
15.9%
SE
7.1%
SW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -23°C to 36°C
-23°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.5%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,956 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMHT
IATA Code: MHT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Manchester
Country: US
Latitude: 42.932598°
Longitude: -71.435699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,850 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 9,250 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

Overview

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport serves as a key medium-sized airport located in southern New Hampshire, strategically positioned to support regional air transportation. The airport's elevation of 266 feet MSL and coordinates at 42.932598, -71.435699 make it an accessible facility for various aviation operations in the greater Boston metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMHT demonstrate predominantly favorable flying weather, with 75.6% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds typically originate from the northwest at an average of 7.8 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 34 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -19°C to 29°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,850 feet and Runway 17/35 at 9,250 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 06/24 experiencing an average crosswind of 5.9 knots and Runway 17/35 showing a slightly lower average crosswind of 4.4 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions with good visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles. Low visibility and instrument conditions occur in a minority of observations, with only 5.1% of reports showing visibility below 3 statute miles and 1.9% experiencing fog. The airport's consistent wind patterns and dual runway configuration provide multiple favorable approach options for most wind 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

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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.