Sacramento Mather Airport

KMHR / MHR

Sacramento, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 01:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
01:15Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
340°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMHR 050115Z AUTO 34007KT 10SM CLR 19/05 A3004 RMK AO2
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (98 ft)
Pressure Alt
-15 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 489 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMHR 042320Z 0500/0524 29010KT P6SM SCT250 FM051400 32010G18KT P6SM FEW250 FM051800 33018G28KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MHR
04L ✈️
22R
04R ✈️
22L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 04L
6,040 ft 150 ft ASP 54°
3.5 kt 6.1 kt
60° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 04R
11,301 ft 150 ft CON 53°
3.5 kt 6.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMHR

11,318 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.8%
MVFR
12.1%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
10.8%

Sacramento Mather Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 33.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
4.4%
E
5.7%
SE
19.7%
S
12.8%
SW
6.6%
W
3.5%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.2°C
Range: -1°C to 38°C
-1°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 6.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,318 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sacramento Mather Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMHR
IATA Code: MHR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 98 ft MSL

Location

City: Sacramento
Country: US
Latitude: 38.554744°
Longitude: -121.297989°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 6,040 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 11,301 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Sacramento Mather Airport

Overview

Sacramento Mather Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Sacramento, California, situated at an elevation of 98 feet mean sea level. The airport features two substantial runways: a 6,040-foot asphalt runway (04L/22R) and a longer 11,301-foot concrete runway (04R/22L), providing flexible operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 64.8% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Seasonal variations are notable, with September, October, and January offering the most consistent VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 38°C, and average visibility is 8.5 statute miles, though fog occurs in 7.1% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences consistent southeasterly winds averaging 6.7 knots, with calm conditions occurring 34% of the time. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, and average crosswinds remain moderate at 5.1 knots. Instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) are present in approximately 23.2% of observations, indicating potential challenging conditions.

Approach Considerations

Both runways offer favorable wind characteristics, with 04L/22R and 04R/22L providing reliable approach options. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 34 knots, suggesting potential turbulence considerations during high-wind periods. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 2.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.