Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

KMHT / MHT

Manchester, US

Last Updated
May 14, 15:09Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
15:09Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMHT 141509Z VRB03KT 10SM BKN022 BKN060 15/12 A2978 RMK AO2 T01500122

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 266 ft
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,466 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,266 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Rain, Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (266 ft)
Pressure Alt
424 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 488 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMHT 141120Z 1412/1512 14008KT 6SM -RA BKN028 OVC050 WS020/16035KT FM141400 13006KT 5SM -SHRA BR OVC015 FM141800 07008G16KT 2SM -RA BR OVC007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:18Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,800 ft
Light Rain
18:00Z FM141800
+3h
IFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
Light Rain, Mist

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

6,579 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.4%
MVFR
13.6%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
3.7%

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 25.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.6%
N
14.8%
S
13.6%
W
11.2%
NE
3.1%
NW
16.1%
SE
6.9%
SW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -23°C to 29°C
-23°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,579 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.